Her + Him Van Leo (2001)

This portrait of famed Armenian-Egyptian studio photographer Van Leo, whose career spanned some 50 years, is also a reflection on transformations in the practice of photography, from hand-developing to digital manipulation. As Zaatari puts it, "Van Leo used photography to display multiple images of himself, assuming different identities. At a time when nationalism was rising in Egypt, Van Leo was plotting, encouraging, and promoting multiple subjectivities.”

Director: Akram Zaatari
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 32 min
Release Date:
Country: Lebanon
Language: العربية, English, Français
Original Language: ar
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Her + Him Van Leo about?
This portrait of famed Armenian-Egyptian studio photographer Van Leo, whose career spanned some 50 years, is also a reflection on transformations in the practice of photography, from hand-developing to digital manipulation. As Zaatari puts it, "Van Leo used photography to display multiple images of himself, assuming different identities. At a time when nationalism was rising in Egypt, Van Leo was plotting, encouraging, and promoting multiple subjectivities.”
Who directed Her + Him Van Leo?
Her + Him Van Leo was directed by Akram Zaatari.
How long is Her + Him Van Leo?
Her + Him Van Leo has a runtime of 32m (32 minutes).
What genre is Her + Him Van Leo?
Her + Him Van Leo is a Documentary film.
Where was Her + Him Van Leo produced?
Her + Him Van Leo was produced in Lebanon.