Derrida (2002)

  
Format:  Derrida DVD 
 
 
This fascinating documentary surveys the life of Jacques Derrida, the 20th-century French philosopher credited with creating the idea of "deconstruction"--the desire to challenge inherited or fixed assumptions. Filmed over five years by Amy Ziering Kofman, an avid follower, and Kirby Dick, director of "Sick: The Life and Death of Bob Flanagan, Supermasochist," the film shows Derrida at home, lecturing, and answering in-depth questions from Kofman. 85 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English and French Dolby Digital stereo; Subtitles: English; audio commentary; deleted scenes.
 
SKU: D51242
$26.99
Regularly $29.99
Category:
Documentary
Director:
Kirby Dick, Amy Ziering Kofman
Rated:
NR
Color:
Color
Format: 
Fullscreen
Closed Captioned:
 Yes
Cast:  Jacques Derrida
 

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