The Film library

Dive into the art of visual storytelling with The Darkroom Rumour's handpicked collection of documentaries on photography. From the intimate tales of renowned photographers to the exploration of photographic techniques and histories, our library is a gateway to seeing the world through a different lens. Explore, learn, and be inspired by the unique perspectives and captivating stories that each film offers. New films are added each month.

 

OBS - Cliché-Verre - 04
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8’
The Cliché-Verre by Odile Bernard Schröder
France - 2012 fr en

Reviving the lost art of camera-less photography.

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Prfession photographe culinaire 09
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15’
David Bonnier & Marc Hallet | Profession: Food photographer
France - 2014 fr en

Savour the art where cuisine meets lens and taste meets vision.

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OBS-6
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14’
The Chemigram by Odile Bernard Schröder
France - 2012 fr en

Exploring the intersection of painting and photography.

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Willy-Ronis-Autoportrait-Chap-6
55’
Willy Ronis, Selfportrait of a Photographer
France - 2003 fr en

A photographic legend reflects on his life and art.

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Willy-Ronis-Oradour-Fond
23’
Willy Ronis | A Day in Oradour
France - 2011 fr en

The poignant power of photography in historic storytelling.

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PROF-REGI-FOND
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11’
Alain Paret | Profession: Studio Manager
France - 2013 fr en

Unveiling the unseen world of photo studio management.

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Robert Frank Leaving home coming home
85’
Robert Frank | Leaving Home, Coming Home
Royaume-Uni - 2004 en [cc]

The transformative power of photography in life's chapters.

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THE DARKROOM RUMOUR - CARLOS BARRANTES
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26’
Carlos Barrantes | Artist and artisan
France - 2014 fr en

A master printer's journey through historic photo methods.

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Lucien-Clergue-Film-Fond
53’
Lucien Clergue | Unto Death, Unto Life
France - 2008 fr en

Crafting timeless images from life's simplest moments.

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25’
Sara Imloul | Das Schloss
France - 2015 fr en

The art of calotype: Reviving historical photographic methods.

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43’
Mama Casset |African photo
France - 2014 fr en

Exploring the legacy of Mama Casset, the Senegalese portrait master.

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Roland-Dufau-Film-Fond
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21’
Roland Dufau | Cibachrome Printer
France - 2015 fr en

Discover the lost art of Cibachrome in this revealing journey.

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FOND-FILM-MA-VIE
43’
Bettina Rheims, My Life
Allemagne - 2005 fr en

From conception to print: Bettina Rheims' photographic legacy.

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BETTINA-RHEIMS-THE-FEMEN-NAKED-WAR-A-DOCUMENTARY-FILM-BY-SOPHIE-BRAMLY-ON-THE-DARKROOM-RUMOUR-5
22’
Bettina Rheims |Naked War : Femen
France - 2017 fr en

Behind the scenes: The artistic journey of Femen with Rheims.

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FOND-FILM-GENDER-STUDIES
7’
Bettina Rheims | Gender Studies
France - 2012 en en

Challenging norms: A cinematic journey into gender fluidity.

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FILM-FOND-CRIME-SCENES-QUAI-DES-ORFEVRES
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23’
Crime Scenes (How to become a forensic photographer)
France - 2018 fr en

Capturing clues: The unseen art of forensic photography.

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