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Sartre by Himself 1976

Original title: Sartre par lui-même

The life of Jean-Paul Sartre, told by himself.

IMDb 8.248TMDB 7.54191 min

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Synopsis

Michel Contat is Emeritus Director of Research at the CNRS, ITEM/CNRS/ENS and a specialist of Jean-Paul Sartre whose novels and theater he has edited in the Pléiade edition and about whom he has written several books. With Alexander Astruc, he made the film Sartre par lui-même (1976) and, with Antoine Burnier, co-wrote the script of Claude Garretta’s TV film Sartre, L’Age des passions (2006). As a journalist, Contat contributed literary columns for Le Monde since 1978, and as an amateur musician, he was the jazz columnist for the magazine Télérama. His most recent books are Pour Sartre (2006) and André Gorz; vers la société libérée (2009).

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Dive into a reflective journey that encapsulates the essence of existential thought, where the atmosphere is rich with intellectual exploration and philosophical musings. This film invites viewers to feel the weight of loneliness intertwined with hope, as it navigates themes of identity and freedom through a beautifully minimalist lens. The aesthetic is reminiscent of the vibrant yet somber hues of a Parisian café, filled with the echoes of jazz and the warmth of intimate conversations. Ideal for a cozy evening, it stirs a sense of nostalgia for the 20th century, where ideas clash and dreams are born, making it a perfect companion for those seeking depth and introspection.

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