Derek Jarman: Life as Art
Derek Jarman: Life as Art
| 25 March 2004 (USA)
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Derek Jarman's family, friends and closest collaborators recall the life and genius of one of Briatin's greatest film-makers - featuring clips, stills and a gorgeous use of Super 8. "Understand that your morality is not law," said Derek Jarman. A good maxim for a filmmaker whose life and work is explored in this loving documentary. Avant-garde in method but nostalgic in temperament, he's remembered by family and friends like Tilda Swinton and Nigel Terry. Excellent use of Super 8 blends with revelatory stories, not least his wish to cast Terry-Thomas as Ariel in The Tempest!

Reviews
Tacticalin An absolute waste of money
Connianatu How wonderful it is to see this fine actress carry a film and carry it so beautifully.
Derry Herrera Not sure how, but this is easily one of the best movies all summer. Multiple levels of funny, never takes itself seriously, super colorful, and creative.
Casey Duggan It’s sentimental, ridiculously long and only occasionally funny