Blow-Up
Director: Michelangelo Antonioni
Actors: David Hemmings, Vanessa Redgrave, Sarah Miles
PlotIn the bustling heart of London's swinging 1960s, a modish and self-possessed fashion photographer finds himself embroiled in a peculiar incident that gradually unravels his seemingly carefree existence. The photographer, known for capturing the superficial glitz and glamour of the era, spends his days amidst beautiful models and the high life, portraying the quintessence of London's fashionable elite. His routine takes an unexpected turn when he decides to venture into a desolate park for a change of scenery, aiming to take candid shots for a personal project. There, he snaps photos of a seemingly tranquil and intimate moment between a couple.
Upon developing the photographs, he notices peculiar details within the images that suggest a sinister undercurrent to the idyllic scene he witnessed. Obsessed with deciphering the mystery captured in his photos, he enlarges and scrutinizes the images, believing he has stumbled upon evidence of a crime. This discovery propels him into a surreal investigation, blurring the lines between reality and illusion. As he delves deeper into the puzzle, his life begins to mirror the ambiguity and complexity of the images he obsesses over, leading him to question the very fabric of his perception and the superficial world he has helped create.
Writers: Michelangelo Antonioni, Julio Cortázar, Tonino Guerra
Release Date: 26 Sep 1967
Runtime: 111 min
Rating: Not Rated
Country: United Kingdom, Italy
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Blow-Up's Criterion release: exceptional extras, mixed video quality. MUST-SEE.
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