Encore Cinématé !

About This Movie

Encore Cinématé ! is an intriguing entry in the realm of experimental cinema, but it strays from the official Cinématon lineage. It maintains the series' signature style with its minimalist aesthetic and contemplative pacing, yet it feels like an oddity—almost a playful homage rather than a true addition. The atmosphere is reminiscent of Courant's other works, filled with that same quiet introspection, but you can sense the filmmaker's tongue-in-cheek approach here. It lacks the weight of the anthology, and that distinction lends it a peculiar charm. It’s fascinating to see how the familiar format can be bent to create something that feels both of its world and apart from it.

Encore Cinématé ! holds a unique place in the collector's landscape due to its status as a non-canonical work by Gérard Courant. Given its distinct departure from the anthology, it's often overlooked despite retaining the series' hallmark characteristics. As it isn't part of the official collection, copies remain scarce and of niche interest among devoted collectors who appreciate the nuances of Courant's broader oeuvre.