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199569 minPGdocumentary

6.2/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

Citizen Langlois

199569 minPGdocumentary

6.2/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

One of the most extensive film archives in the world is attributed to Henri Langlois, co-founder of the Cinematheque Francaise.

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Edgardo Cozarinsky

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One of the most extensive film archives in the world is attributed to Henri Langlois, co-founder of the Cinematheque Francaise.

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Edgardo Cozarinsky

Edgardo Cozarinskydirector

Edgardo Cozarinsky

Edgardo Cozarinskywriter

Martine Bouquincast

Dominique Païnicast

Jacques Bouquincast

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Henri Langlois, co-founder of the Cinematheque Francaise, emerges as a central figure in Edgardo Cozarinsky's 1995 documentary, Citizen Langlois. The film captures Langlois' eccentric personality and his fervent dedication to preserving old films. It features a collection of archival footage and interviews that illustrate his significant contributions to film history. The documentary draws parallels between Langlois and Charles Foster Kane from Citizen Kane, both portrayed as passionate collectors with enigmatic qualities.

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