This workshop explores the cinematic essay as a cinematic means of expression, with an emphasis focusing on the visual aspect of the film medium along with the storyline, which usually deals with the evolution of a theme or an idea rather than a plot per se. The film essay might blend documentary, fiction, and/or experimental filmmaking approaches. It is usually found combining a form of commentary or elements of self-portrait, where the point of view and signature of the filmmaker is more than apparent.
We will see how different authors use this genre as their medium, by showing excerpts of works by film essayists. Thus, the workshop will enable participants to find out what the cinematic essay is, and perhaps help them design their next film or simply make them realize that this is the type of film they are already making.
For more information on workshops, please contact the Winnipeg Film Group Production Centre at 925-3450 or ivan@winnipegfilmgroup.com
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
Independent filmmaker, Lysanne Thibodeau has explored different art forms in the last 30 years. While living in Berlin from 1982 to 1996, her early films caught the attention of fellow filmmakers Jim Jarmusch, Elfie Mikesch, Monika Treut, Rosa von Praunheim and Wim Wenders.
Her filmography includes Tagaq (2008, 6 min.), Family Spirits (2007, 62 min.) Hospital School (2005, 41 min), Ode to a Journey Home(2001, 43 min.), My Fall of the Wall: Berlin-Prague, Nov. 9-12, 1989 (2001, 5 min.), Once upon a night (2003, 3 min.), Virginia or Do all Roads lead to Romeo? (1992, 8 min.) and Bad Blood for the Vampyr (1984, 22 min.) and more.
