A Film for Max (1970)
A film where the director turns his camera on his own domestic existence and essays to show it 'like it is' without the structure usually imposed by filmmaking. What he tries to mirror is the essential aloneness of people, life in suspense, of unmotivated being. Adult life is seen in black and white; that of his infant son, Max, is in colour. The contrast suggests the loss of joy that comes with maturity and knowledge.
Director: Derek May
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 74 min
Release Date: May 30, 1970
Production: ONF | NFB
Country: Canada
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Film for Max about?
- A film where the director turns his camera on his own domestic existence and essays to show it 'like it is' without the structure usually imposed by filmmaking. What he tries to mirror is the essential aloneness of people, life in suspense, of unmotivated being. Adult life is seen in black and white; that of his infant son, Max, is in colour. The contrast suggests the loss of joy that comes with maturity and knowledge.
- Who directed A Film for Max?
- A Film for Max was directed by Derek May.
- How long is A Film for Max?
- A Film for Max has a runtime of 1h 14m (74 minutes).
- What genre is A Film for Max?
- A Film for Max is a Documentary film.
- Where was A Film for Max produced?
- A Film for Max was produced in Canada.