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A review by antonio507
My Mother Laughs by Chantal Akerman
4.0
Moreso an essential companion piece to Akerman’s film work than a standalone thing. She was a filmmaker, not a writer. Not to say this was BAD or whatever, it’s just not concerned it’s being a GOOD book or whatever. She wrote down her thoughts and feelings and then published them. We learn a bit about her life and family and thoughts and then we leave.
This book does not mention a single film of hers by name, but I feel like reading this has deepened my understanding of her work. Must read for Akerman fans.
ALSO the intro, afterword, and translators’ note are absolutely worth reading.
Chantal Forever
This book does not mention a single film of hers by name, but I feel like reading this has deepened my understanding of her work. Must read for Akerman fans.
ALSO the intro, afterword, and translators’ note are absolutely worth reading.
Chantal Forever