Tarkovsky: A Journey to His Beginning

About This Movie

So, this little gem, 'Tarkovsky: A Journey to His Beginning', is quite the intriguing watch for anyone who's dabbled in Tarkovsky's world. It’s a Japanese documentary that dives into the essence of the filmmaker's craft, kind of like peeling back the layers of his mind. The pacing is deliberate, mirroring his own storytelling style, and the atmosphere is really reflective, almost meditative. You get to see insights into his early influences and the environment that shaped his vision. The editing by Tomoko Baba is quite seamless, weaving together interviews and visuals in a way that feels both scholarly yet personal. The whole thing runs for just 45 minutes, but it’s packed with dense, thought-provoking content. Definitely worth a look if you want to understand Tarkovsky beyond just his films.

Japanese TV documentaryAired on NHK, May 11, 1996Edited by Tomoko Baba