In the Scene
Agnes Varda
Will be published approx. on 25. November 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
320 pages
978-1-913641-53-5 (ISBN)
Description
Agnes Varda was a pioneer of French cinema whose work remains as relevant as ever, a testament to her artistic vision, her intellectual curiosity, and her compassion for the world around her. With a detailed exploration of the life and work of the celebrated filmmaker, the book considers key films in terms of Varda's life, the cultural context of their production, as well as their primary themes.
Starting with Varda's 'analogue' period and her first film La Pointe Courte in 1955 up to the end of the 1990s, the book covers Varda's short films and documentaries as well as key feature films such as Cleo from 5 to 7 and Happiness, followed by an exploration of her 'digital' phase from The Gleaners and I (2000) to Varda by Agnes (2019).
Always ahead of its time, Varda's work often blended documentary and fiction, showing an openness to experimentation through her unique personal expression. She became an iconic figure in the world of cinema, celebrated for her originality, her empathy, and her trailblazing contributions to filmmaking. Her reputation as one of the world's most important and influential filmmakers continues to grow.
Starting with Varda's 'analogue' period and her first film La Pointe Courte in 1955 up to the end of the 1990s, the book covers Varda's short films and documentaries as well as key feature films such as Cleo from 5 to 7 and Happiness, followed by an exploration of her 'digital' phase from The Gleaners and I (2000) to Varda by Agnes (2019).
Always ahead of its time, Varda's work often blended documentary and fiction, showing an openness to experimentation through her unique personal expression. She became an iconic figure in the world of cinema, celebrated for her originality, her empathy, and her trailblazing contributions to filmmaking. Her reputation as one of the world's most important and influential filmmakers continues to grow.
Reviews / Votes
About In The Scene: Agnes Varda"Paul Sutton's comprehensive and highly readable book covers her life and work with commendable thoroughness, including plentiful biographical detail, a developed sense of her cultural context, and illuminating critical insights. Its film-by-film format makes it an ideal companion for those exploring Varda's work for the first time as well as for those wishing to extend their familiarity with the faces and places of her world. Highly recommended for students and teachers, newcomers and adepts alike." - Chris Darke, author and film critic
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More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Twickenham
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Aurora Metro Publications
Dimensions
Height: 128 mm
Width: 198 mm
Thickness: 26 mm
Weight
344 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-913641-53-5 (9781913641535)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Dr. Paul Sutton is an independent film scholar who has taught Film Studies in UK higher education for over 25 years. His research covers psychoanalytic and film theory as well as Italian and French cinema and critical theory.
Content
Author bio
Filmography
Introduction
Short Films
Documentaries
Feature Films
Installations and Exhibitions
Conclusion
Bibliography
Index
Filmography
Introduction
Short Films
Documentaries
Feature Films
Installations and Exhibitions
Conclusion
Bibliography
Index