ROBINSON IN SPACE
[DV76391]

Architect-turned-filmmaker Patrick Keiller expands and inventively redefinesthe documentary format in this unique travelogue" of England. Using"immaculately composed shots, he presents the country's familiar historiclandmarks and grand estates, but also the suburban malls, industrial parks, landfills, factories, and phone booths choking the landscape. A bit of witty and droll humor is introduced through the commentary of the offscreen narrator (veteran actor Paul Scofield), who travels, explores, and examines the countrywith his friend, Robinson. Robinson advances Keiller's claim to be the liveliest spark of the British independent scene and the wittiest film essayist since the early Peter Greenaway" (The Times). Patrick Keiller---Great Britain---1997---78 mins."

Directed by: Keiller, Patrick

Running time: 78

Year: 1997

English