In discussion with: Rebecca Zlotowski (by Richard Peña)
🎙IN DISCUSSION WITH
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Join us for a riveting masterclass moderated by Richard Peña with acclaimed filmmaker Rebecca Zlotowski! 📽️
Dive into the depths of Zlotowski’s directorial debut, ‘Dear Prudence’ (‘Belle Épine’), featuring the magnetic Léa Seydoux and learn how Lodge Kerrigan influenced her approach to character building. 🌟
Explore the fiery backdrop of ‘Grand Central’ and the reasons behind her choice of shooting in a nuclear plant. Discover the blend of politics, spirituality, and cinema at the root of ‘Planetarium’, starring the illustrious Nathalie Portman, and learn how Zlotowski crafted this intricate narrative. ☢️🌌
🌞 Also discussed in the masterclass are the movie ‘An Easy Girl’ (‘Une fille facile’), a film lit by Zahia Dehar that carries with it the tender and warm breeze of a summer's caress; the impactful mini-series ‘Savages’ (‘Les Sauvages’); and Zlotowski’s collaboration with the versatile Roschdy Zem, who also stars in her latest film, ‘Other People’s Children’ (‘Les enfants des autres’). ✨
Rebecca Zlotowski’s commitment to deconstructing postcolonial fantasies and highlighting minority voices in cinema is a journey not to be missed. 💫
DUETS 🎬🎵
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"A director truly understands their film when they work with their music composer." Rebecca Zlotowski
In our new episode of Duets, join director Rebecca Zlotowski and composer Rob as they unveil the magic behind their successful collaborations. From the intense dramas of ‘Dear Prudence’ (‘Belle Épine’) and ‘Grand Central’ to the haunting atmospheres of ‘Planetarium’ and the groundbreaking series ‘Savages’ (‘Les Sauvages’), discover how their unique synergy shapes the emotional landscape of their works. 🎼 ✨
This episode explores in particular how Rob's background in fine arts influences his creative process, turning film scoring into an extension of filmmaking itself.
In ‘Planetarium’, experience how Rob's aim for harmonic deconstruction mirrors the societal upheavals of the era, crafting a shift from harmony to cacophony. Meanwhile, in the mini-series ‘Savages’ (‘Les Sauvages’), the fusion of Baroque music by Jean-Philippe Rameau with Rob's modern compositions illustrates a rich blend of historical and contemporary sounds. Also hear about their latest collaboration in ‘Other People’s Children’ (‘Les Enfants des autres’), where familiar melodies from the collective unconscious inspire fresh musical narratives. 🎵
