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Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn

Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn

Documentary
2009, Movie, 1h 16min
Most rock fans may not know the name Anton Corbijn, but they've certainly seen his work. Corbijn shot the iconic cover artwork for U2's The Joshua Tree and Depeche Mode's 101, and gave both groups a new and more dramatic visual persona in the process. Since them, Corbijn's work, bearing his trademark dark shadows and deep, textural details, has graced the covers of recordings by R.E.M., Bruce Springsteen, Morrissey, Nick Cave, John Lee Hooker and even Bon Jovi. Corbijn has also directed a number of music videos for the likes of Nirvana, Johnny Cash and Metallica, and made his debut as a feature film director in 2007 with Control, a screen biography of Ian Curtis of Joy Division (who Corbijn photographed several times in the group's heyday). In Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn, filmmaker Josh Whiteman offers an intimate look at the life and career of this celebrated visual artist, featuring interviews with Bono, Chris Martin, Michael Stipe, Dave Gahan and Bernard Sumner.
Country: Australia
Director:
Josh Whiteman
Cast:
Bono,
Samantha Morton,
Michael Stipe,
Chris Martin
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Josh Whiteman
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Josh Whiteman
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Bono
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Samantha Morton
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Michael Stipe
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Chris Martin
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Sam Riley
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Anton Corbijn
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Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a master photographer, chronicling his journey from shooting iconic album covers to directing his first feature film. Through insightful interviews with some of the biggest names in music, this documentary reveals the secrets behind Corbijn's unique style and uncovers the shifting dynamics between photographers, paparazzi, and celebrities. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the art of photography, Shadow Play takes viewers on a fascinating journey into the world of Anton Corbijn.

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Shadow Play: The Making of Anton Corbijn was released in theaters on January 7, 2009.

 

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