Duras and the Cinema

Marguerite Duras inscribed a dedication to the author in her book The Lover (1992), “To my friend Dominique Auvray, to remember one of those miracles of the recent past when we made Le Cinéma de Duras together.” It is a pure documentary reflection, and perhaps best reveals the famous writer and director’s relationship with cinematography. Not only do we see interesting footage, but more importantly we follow the flow of ideas leading us to the film's original vision. And perhaps we even understand her famous bon mot: “I make films because I don't have the strength to do nothing. That's the only reason I make films.” (Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival)