The Eyes of Orson Welles
Filmmaker Mark Cousins explores the visual world of filmmaking legend Orson Welles after gaining access to hundreds of his never-before-seen artworks. The works, ranging from rough sketches to massive oil canvases, take Cousins on a journey into Welles’ life, revealing a deeper artistic complexity to Welles unknown to many. As Cousins dives further into the works, an apparent connection between Welles’ visual nature and filmmaking emerges, with strong political motifs present in both mediums. The Eyes of Orson Wellshighlights the passions, politics, and power of Welles’ artistic visions that have continuously shaped the art of filmmaking.
Date
Thursday, November 1
Time
7:30 PM
Location
Vinegar Hill Theatre
Film Info
Director: Mark Cousins.
Runtime: 115 min.
Genre: Documentaries
Year: 2018
Country: USA
Language: English
Featuring: Orson Welles, Beatrice Welles, Mark Cousins.
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