Albert Lamorisse
photographer · illustrator
Albert Lamorisse was a distinguished French filmmaker, photographer, and illustrator. Born in Paris in 1922, he began his career in photography before transitioning to cinema. He is widely recognized for his visually poetic films that often feature children and animals, such as 'Le Ballon Rouge' and 'Le Voyage en ballon'. His work is characterized by a unique aesthetic that combines documentary realism with a dreamlike, artistic sensibility. Lamorisse's photography and illustrations were central to his artistic identity, providing the visual foundation for his cinematic and literary contributions. He passed away in 1970 in Iran during the production of his final film.[1]
- visual poetry
- cinema
- photography
- documentary realism
Books
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Bim, le petit âne€95.00
Works by Albert Lamorisse
- 1951 Bim, le petit âne Photography and illustrations for the book.
- 1956 Le Ballon Rouge
- 1960 Le Voyage en ballon
- 1953 Crin-blanc : le cheval sauvage
References
- Wikipédia, 'Albert Lamorisse' link