A documentary detailing the attempts of legendary French director Henri-George Clouzot in the early 1960s to film his long-planned project Inferno, a study of jealousy starring Romy Schneider and Serge Reggiani. Granted an unlimited budget by his American backers Columbia, Clouzot began an unprecedented process of technical experimentation, with the intention of creating an innovative film language based on the sonic and visual art of the period. But when filming commenced, the production started to unravel; the director was difficult and indecisive, causing delays in the shooting schedule; Reggiani walked off set, and the final blow came when Clouzot had a heart-attack. The project never reached fruition. This documentary traces its history through interviews with key collaborators, and recreates some scenes using archive footage and contemporary re-enactments.
Director:
Serge Bromberg
Year:
2009
Country:
Fra
Classification:
M
Certification:
S