Looking for Light: Jane Bown (2014)

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In the almost six decades that Bown worked for The Observer, she became renowned for insightful, highly individualistic portraits of the famous. Some of these portraits are now regarded as classics of the genre - Samuel Beckett, Queen Elizabeth II, The Beatles, Bertrand Russell, Mick Jagger and Margaret Thatcher. For the first time, she spoke candidly about her career and revealed how her very personal approach to the taking of portraits is informed by a deep sense of loss and abandonment. This private portrait is enhanced by a series of insightful interviews with Jane’s peers, family, colleagues, friends, and of course some of her subjects.

Director: Luke Dodd, Michael Whyte
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 90 min
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Editing: Michael Whyte
Production: Hot Property Films
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Looking for Light: Jane Bown about?
In the almost six decades that Bown worked for The Observer, she became renowned for insightful, highly individualistic portraits of the famous. Some of these portraits are now regarded as classics of the genre - Samuel Beckett, Queen Elizabeth II, The Beatles, Bertrand Russell, Mick Jagger and Margaret Thatcher. For the first time, she spoke candidly about her career and revealed how her very personal approach to the taking of portraits is informed by a deep sense of loss and abandonment. This private portrait is enhanced by a series of insightful interviews with Jane’s peers, family, colleagues, friends, and of course some of her subjects.
Who directed Looking for Light: Jane Bown?
Looking for Light: Jane Bown was directed by Luke Dodd, Michael Whyte.
Who stars in Looking for Light: Jane Bown?
Looking for Light: Jane Bown stars Rankin, Nobby Clark, Don McCullin, Jane Bown.
How long is Looking for Light: Jane Bown?
Looking for Light: Jane Bown has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
What genre is Looking for Light: Jane Bown?
Looking for Light: Jane Bown is a Documentary film.
Where was Looking for Light: Jane Bown produced?
Looking for Light: Jane Bown was produced in United Kingdom.