Jean Genet Ahora (2024)

Jean Genet Ahora (2024) poster

In the 1960s, filmmaker François Thierry began work on a film about his friend, the writer and activist Jean Genet. Throughout the 1970s, the production documented a series of encounters in South America, spanning from Chile to Argentina. However, the film remained unfinished. Fast forward to the present day: Miguel Zeballos takes up the mantle, drawing from Thierry’s discarded footage and concept to embark on a new project. Amidst a wealth of materials, “Jean Genet Ahora” navigates through time with inventive and thought-provoking techniques to craft an energetic portrait of the moment, its creators, and the poet himself.

Director: Miguel Zeballos
Runtime: 75 min
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Language: Español
Original Language: es
More Films by Director: Miguel Zeballos

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jean Genet Ahora about?
In the 1960s, filmmaker François Thierry began work on a film about his friend, the writer and activist Jean Genet. Throughout the 1970s, the production documented a series of encounters in South America, spanning from Chile to Argentina. However, the film remained unfinished. Fast forward to the present day: Miguel Zeballos takes up the mantle, drawing from Thierry’s discarded footage and concept to embark on a new project. Amidst a wealth of materials, “Jean Genet Ahora” navigates through time with inventive and thought-provoking techniques to craft an energetic portrait of the moment, its creators, and the poet himself.
Who directed Jean Genet Ahora?
Jean Genet Ahora was directed by Miguel Zeballos.
How long is Jean Genet Ahora?
Jean Genet Ahora has a runtime of 1h 15m (75 minutes).