Derek (2008)
Derek, in chronological order, records the work and life that stands at the foot of Derek Jarman's humour and spirit of being an artist. The filmmaker and actress, Isaac Julien and Tilda Swinton respectively, have produced and narrated a film on his life whereby the use of language is perpetuated to give some type of palpable meaning to British audiences alone, and to their own personal relationship with him.
Director: Isaac Julien, Bernard Rose
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 76 min
Release Date: February 19, 2008
Cast
- Tilda Swinton - Narrator (voice)
- Derek Jarman - Self (archive footage)
Screenplay
Music: Simon Fisher-Turner
Cinematography: Nina Kellgren
Editing: Adam Finch
Production: Normal Films
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
filmmaking, lgbt
More Films by Director: Isaac Julien, Bernard Rose
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Derek about?
- Derek, in chronological order, records the work and life that stands at the foot of Derek Jarman's humour and spirit of being an artist. The filmmaker and actress, Isaac Julien and Tilda Swinton respectively, have produced and narrated a film on his life whereby the use of language is perpetuated to give some type of palpable meaning to British audiences alone, and to their own personal relationship with him.
- Who directed Derek?
- Derek was directed by Isaac Julien, Bernard Rose.
- Who stars in Derek?
- Derek stars Tilda Swinton, Derek Jarman.
- How long is Derek?
- Derek has a runtime of 1h 16m (76 minutes).
- What genre is Derek?
- Derek is a Documentary film.
- Where was Derek produced?
- Derek was produced in United Kingdom.