In the Mirror of Maya Deren

In the Mirror of Maya Deren

Directed by Martina Kudlácek

Produced by ARTE France Cinéma, Dschoint Ventschr Filmproduktion

2002103 min7.5 / 10

A cerebral, affectionate documentary portrait of an avant-garde pioneer whose artistic vision and feminist legacy are examined through archival materials and reflection.

Documentary about the life of avant-garde filmmaker Maya Deren, who led the independent film movement of the 1940s.

Questions people ask

  • Is In the Mirror of Maya Deren violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.

  • Is In the Mirror of Maya Deren scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.

  • Is In the Mirror of Maya Deren easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 71% of films.

  • Is In the Mirror of Maya Deren sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Does In the Mirror of Maya Deren end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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74/ 100

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Love88

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