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Synopsis

Manuel von Stürler conducts personal interviews with Adrian Blaser and Sylvie Chokron in France and Switzerland, examining the relationship between fear and desire related to vision.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Manuel von Stürler as he confronts blindness.
  • See interviews with experts on vision and perception.
  • Find out how personal experiences shape reality.

Did You Know

  • The film was directed by Manuel von Stürler in 2017.
  • The documentary has a runtime of 84 minutes.
  • It features a cast including Adrian Blaser and Catherine Le Clech.
  • The production countries for the film are France and Switzerland.

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Philosophy enthusiastsVision sciencePersonal narratives
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Who directed the documentary Lust for Sight?

Lust for Sight was directed by Manuel von Stürler.

What is the duration of the documentary Lust for Sight?

The duration of Lust for Sight is 84 minutes.

In which countries was Lust for Sight produced?

Lust for Sight was produced in France and Switzerland.

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