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201286 minGdocumentary

The Tightrope

201286 minGdocumentary

Five hidden cameras capture the creative process of legendary theater director Peter Brook in an 86-minute immersion into his work.

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Five hidden cameras capture the creative process of legendary theater director Peter Brook in an 86-minute immersion into his work.

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Simon Brookdirector

Peter Brook

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Hayley Carmichael

Hayley Carmichaelcast

Gauderic Kaisercast

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Peter Brook directs a theater production using five hidden cameras. The Tightrope captures the creative process behind his work. Filmed in 2012, the documentary shows rehearsals and interactions among cast and crew. It provides an inside look at the challenges of bringing a performance to life. The film runs for 86 minutes and emphasizes the effort that goes into making theater authentic.

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