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Director's Spotlight
Senior Film Conservator
Director's Spotlight: United States
A Deep Dive into the 1934 Vision of Harry Lachman
Exploring the Romance underpinnings of I Like It That Way leads us to the stylistic boundaries pushed by Harry Lachman during the production. Through a lens of existential fatalism and Romance tropes, it continues to spark endless debates among critics and cinephiles alike.
In I Like It That Way, Harry Lachman pushes the boundaries of conventional narrative. The film's unique approach to its subject matter has sparked endless debates and interpretations among cinephiles and critics alike.
| Cinematography | Static |
| Soundtrack | Experimental |
| Editing | Invisible |
| Art Direction | Kitsch |
Visualizing the convergence of Harry Lachman's style and the core Romance narrative.
A telephone operator gives up her job to try to be a nightclub singer.
Decades after its release, I Like It That Way remains a vital piece of the cinematic puzzle. Its influence can be seen in countless modern works, solidifying Harry Lachman's status as a master of the craft in United States and beyond.