The life and work of Albert Camus, Nobel prize-winning novelist, playwright, journalist and essayist. This short documentary returns to places that have played a important role in Camus’ life; the ruins of Tippasa, his home in Lourmarin as well as the theatre which was to be his refuge from the trappings of celebrity. It is illustrated with a lengthy interview with the author. Also available in the NLA Collection (#2002445, 16mm).
Credits: Director, Harry Fishbach ; writers, Daisy Loriaux, Jean-Claude Brisville ; photography, Jean-Marie Boussaguet ; music, Rene Thomas, Maurice Jarre.
Cast: Text by Albert Camus interpreted by Michel Auclair, narration by Jacques Harden.
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ACMI Identifier
X001237
Language
French
Subject category
Foreign language films
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)