ABSOLUTE WILSON
by Katharina Otto-Bernstein
synopsis
This documentary chronicles the epic life, times and creative genius of Robert Wilson, intimately revealing for the first time one of the most controversial, rule-breaking and downright mysterious artists of our era. More than a biography, the film becomes an exhilarating exploration of the transformative power of creativity itself—and the inspirational tale of a boy who grew up as a troubled and learning-disabled outsider in the American South only to become a fearless artist with a profoundly original perspective to share with the world.
international title: | Absolute Wilson |
original title: | Absolute Wilson |
country: | Germany, United States |
sales agent: | Required Viewing |
year: | 2006 |
genre: | documentary |
directed by: | Katharina Otto-Bernstein |
film run: | 105' |
screenplay: | Katharina Otto-Bernstein |
cast: | Robert Wilson, David Byrne, Susan Sontag, Tom Waits |
cinematography by: | Ian Saladyga, Eric Seefran |
film editing: | Bernadine Colish |
music: | Miriam Cutler |
producer: | Katharina Otto-Bernstein, Penny CM Stankiewicz |
production: | Film Manufacturers Inc. (USA), Manufacturers GmbH & Co. KG, Frank Otto Medien (DE) |