A work in constant progress (and occasional regress).
Release Date:
January 1, 1978
Original Title:
Nature morte
Genres:
Comedy
Production Countries:
France
Ratings / Certifications:
N/A
Runtime: 10
In a series of sketches, professional film extras come before the camera one by one to recite the text printed on the back of the resumé photos sent to film producers. If some of these presentations elicit laughter, don't blame the extras, victims of their own illusions, obliged to take part in these cheap displays. A film about the cinema and about life, Nature Morte goes beyond cruelty to create a comi-tragic human document.
Assistant Camera:
Paul Bonis
Cinematography:
Michel Fournier
Costume Design:
Jacques Robiolles
Director:
Jacques Richard
Editor:
Hervé de Luze
Martine Kalfon
Jacques Richard
Sound Recordist:
Francis Bonfanti
Writer:
Jacques Richard
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