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About Sarah

Synopsis

A lyrical account of artist Sarah Lucas' life over the course of a year. During this time, film-maker Elisa Miller enjoyed unparalleled access to the artist. Spanning the period from Lucas' trip to Mexico in spring 2012 to the Venice Biennial 2013, the film also traces her daily movements at home in Suffolk and London, and her encounters with many of the figures who have become central to her life and work.
The film charts a prolific and pivotal chapter in Lucas' career.

Details

Year
2014
Type of project
Features
Running time
76 mins
Director
Elisa Miller
Producer
Sadie Coles, José Kuri, Monica Manzutto
Screenwriter
Elisa Miller
Director of Photography
Elisa Miller

Categories

Documentary

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

A Mexico & UK co-production

Sadie Coles HQ (UK), Kurimanzutto (MX), Molinera Cine (MX)

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