Self Portrait Post Mortem (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2002, Self Portrait Post Mortem is a documentary film directed by Louise Bourque, running about 3 minutes.
What it’s about. An unearthed time capsule consisting of footage of the maker's youthful self – an “exquisite corpse” with nature as collaborator. Bourque buried random out-takes from her first three films (all staged productions dealing with her family) in the backyard of her ancestral home (adjoining the grounds of a former cemetery) with the ambivalent intentions of both safe-keeping and unloading them (she was relocating). Upon examining the footage five years later she found that the material contained images of herself captured during the making of her first film. That discovery seemed handed over like a gift and prompted the making of this film, a metaphysical pas-de-deux in which decay undermines the image and in the process engenders a transmutation.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Self Portrait Post Mortem has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Self Portrait Post Mortem page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Self Portrait Post Mortem (2002)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Self Portrait Post Mortem change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Self Portrait Post Mortem worth watching?
- Self Portrait Post Mortem holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Self Portrait Post Mortem released?
- Self Portrait Post Mortem was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 3 minutes.