4 Or More Shots From 4 Or More Films is just what it says it is, 4 shots from 4 of our favorite films. As opposed to the reviews and recaps that we usually post, 4 Shots From 4 Films lets the visuals do the talking!
Today, we celebrate the 90th birthday of Spanish director Carlos Saura. Born in Huesca, Spain in 1932, Saura began his career directing documentaries in the 50s and has been directing feature films since the early 60s. Saura was originally known as a neorealist, which was not necessarily the safest thing to be when you were a filmmaker in Francisco Franco’s Spain. His later films have relied more on symbolism and surreal imagery to comment on both Spanish history and culture. He’s also acclaimed for his dance films. 12 of Saura’s films have competed at Cannes and three of his films were nominated for the Oscar for Best International Film.
In honor of Carlos Saura’s career and vision, it’s time for….
4 Shots From 4 Carlos Saura Films
Los Golfos (1962, dir by Carlos Saura, DP: Juan Julio Baena)
Carmen (1983, dir by Carlos Saura, DP: Teo Escamilla)
Taxi (1996, dir by Carlos Saura, DP: Vittorio Storaro)
Tango (1998, dir by Carlos Saura, DP: Vittorio Storaro)
Through the Shattered Lens 