Documentary filmmaker Alexandre O. Philippe takes audiences inside his craft and behind the scenes of his deconstructions of cinema classics.
Masterclass – Taumata Kōrero with Alexandre O. Philippe
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Take a peek under the hood and get an inside look at the creative process as Swiss-American filmmaker Alexandre O. Philippe leads this special masterclass, with a focus on film history, deep analysis, and the art of cinematic storytelling. Known for his distinctive approach to the cinema essay, including NZIFF 2025’s Chain Reactions Alexandre invites participants into a world where film is not just watched, but rigorously examined, deconstructed, and cherished.
A must-attend for filmmakers, critics, students, and film lovers alike, this masterclass promises to ignite your curiosity and sharpen your analytical eye. Bring your questions, your obsessions, and your love for movies – this is cinephilia at its most alive and engaged.
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Keen to see Chain Reactions at NZIFF ahead of the Masterclass? Grab your tickets HERE
Alexandre O. Philippe
A three-time Sundance Film Festival alum, Alexandre O. Philippe has developed his own brand of “cinema essay,” exploring the art of filmmaking and its practitioners. Most of his films take on the role of unpacking the most influential works of master filmmakers, and dissecting seminal screen moments. His latest, Chain Reactions, won the prestigious Venice Classics Lion at the 2024 Venice Film Festival. Alexandre is currently working on multiple feature documentaries about cinema, and Kim Novak's Vertigo is set to premiere in Venice in August.