Deep Dive: Patience (After Sebald) (2012)
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Patience (After Sebald) is an essay film that connects landscape, art, history, life, and loss through the work of W.G. Max Sebald, particularly his book The Rings of Saturn. The film is set in East Anglia, a region that significantly influenced Sebald's writing. It serves as a tribute to Sebald on the tenth anniversary of his death in 2001, marking it as the first international film dedicated to his work.
Directed by Grant Gee, known for his previous work on Joy Division, the film features contributions from notable figures such as Tacita Dean and Jonathan Pryce. These contributors reflect on Sebald's legacy and the themes of memory and place that permeate his literary exploration. The film's structure is akin to a road movie, inviting viewers to contemplate the landscapes that shaped Sebald's narratives.
Why Watch
- •See East Anglia's impact on W.G. Max Sebald's writing.
- •Meet influential artists reflecting on Sebald's legacy.
- •Find out why Sebald's work remains significant today.
Did You Know
•The film commemorates the tenth anniversary of W.G. Max Sebald's death in 2001.
•Patience (After Sebald) is the first international film dedicated to Sebald.
•The film has a duration of 90 minutes.
•It features contributions from prominent artists and writers, including Tacita Dean and Jonathan Pryce.
Perfect For
W.G. Max Sebald fansDocumentary enthusiastsLiterature and memory