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Cast & Crew

Errol Morris
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Errol Morris
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Bob Dylan
As Self (archive footage)
Allen Ginsberg
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Joni Mitchell
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Peter Orlovsky
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Anaïs Nin
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Ed Sanders
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What is The B-Side: Elsa Dorfman's Portrait Photography about? Toggle content

In "The B-Side: Elsa Dorfman's Portrait Photography," filmmaker Errol Morris takes an intimate look at the life and work of his friend, celebrated portrait photographer Elsa Dorfman. For 50 years, Dorfman has captured the "surfaces" of her subjects, from families and Beat poets to rock stars and Harvard notables, using her beloved Polaroid Land 20x24 camera. As she prepares to retire, Dorfman invites Morris into her backyard archive, sharing personal anecdotes and artistic insights along the way. The film offers a unique glimpse into Dorfman's world, showcasing her dedication to her craft and her passion for capturing life's fleeting moments.

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