The Invisible Father
Piero Heliczer, a beat poet and experimental filmmaker, is examined through the lens of his daughter Thérèse Casper, who seeks to understand his artistic legacy and their estranged relationship.
Synopsis
Piero Heliczer, a beat poet and experimental filmmaker, is examined through the lens of his daughter Thérèse Casper, who seeks to understand his artistic legacy and their estranged relationship.
Synopsis
Piero Heliczer, a beat poet and experimental filmmaker, played a significant role in shaping New American Cinema during the 1960s, collaborating with influential figures such as Andy Warhol and The Velvet Underground. Through interviews with family and friends, along with archival footage and found photographs, Thérèse Casper, Heliczer's daughter, examines the complexities of his artistic legacy and the effects of his absence on her life. The exploration highlights the challenges of reconciling with a father through the lens of his creative work.
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