In 1978 New York artist and filmmaker Hugues de Montalembert's world went black. Viciously assaulted by two men who had broken into his apartment looking for money, de Montalembert's vision was forever darkened when one of the thieves threw a vial of paint thinner in his face. In the painful days that followed, de Montalembert's brain refused to accept his fate, processing powerful images that would motivate him to take control of his fate and overcome his handicap. In this film from director
Gary Tarn, de Montalembert tells his tale of loss, anger, and hope in his own terms. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi
De Montalembert's achievements are inspiring and Tarn,who also composed the score, has found a terrific filmic correlation.I'm not certain this documentary will be for everyone, but it doespresent a compelling tale in an unusual manner.
... the film has many sublime moments, offers great insight into the human condition and finds a visual vehicle for a story that's not just about sight, but about seeing the world
This documentary is about a French painter who lost his eyesight when he was attacked in his apartment in NY City during a robbery attempt. He took a very positive attitude towards his blindness which he tells us about in this movie. The video images that accompany his narration are interesting, but sometimes a bit
maddening for me. Four stars.
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