Hurricane Kalatozov (L’ouragan Kalatozov). Patrick Cazals, 2009.
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Edition screened: Included on Criterion #146 The Cranes Are Flying, released 2020. English other languages with English subtitles. Runtime approximately 74 minutes.
Summary: No particular depictions of violence or harm to animals.
An enjoyable documentary about Kalatozov’s work and relationship with the Soviet government. Comments by Kalatozov’s grandson, also a filmmaker, anchor segments with French film historians and key crew members who worked on landmark films including Salt for Svanetia, The Cranes Are Flying, Letter Never Sent, and I Am Cuba.