Derek Jarman: Life as Art

Overview

Derek Jarman's family, friends and closest collaborators recall the life and genius of one of Briatin's greatest film-makers - featuring clips, stills and a gorgeous use of Super 8. "Understand that your morality is not law," said Derek Jarman. A good maxim for a filmmaker whose life and work is explored in this loving documentary. Avant-garde in method but nostalgic in temperament, he's remembered by family and friends like Tilda Swinton and Nigel Terry. Excellent use of Super 8 blends with revelatory stories, not least his wish to cast Terry-Thomas as Ariel in The Tempest!

Details

Status

Released

Release date

March 25, 2004

Original language

English

Director

Andy Kimpton-Nye

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0401375