beautiful work and thank you so much for being here on the web with this kind of approach. But please correct Apollinaire's translation! original is "Dans ce miroir je suis enclos vivant et vrai comme on imagine les anges et non comme sont les reflets" = In this mirror I am enclosed alive and real as we imagine the angels and not as the reflections are
Hey, thanks for the kind words and the correction! I've taken the translation from the Penguin Modern European Poets edition, but should've translated it on my own. I'll pin your comment so that other viewers may see it on top. All the best, my friend!
@@leonflorence118 It certainly comes across as a transcendental act beyond human comprehension. Personally, I think it id one of the grandest moments of cinema history. Thank you for your comment, friend.
I admit that I really struggled to process this film after viewing it today. In a effort to understand why I was having such difficulty appreciating this director's vision I found these video essays. They have been a tremendous help and should enhance my next screening. Looking forward to the next installment in this series.
Finally someone reviewed my favorite film with such toughness and depth. It is strange, i am traditional Chinese but i can still relate it so much. These references helps us to open the horizon of this field beyond the film. Appreciated, and keep going Please.
Hi Qinyang Zhu! Thank you for your kind words, believe me when I say it is with great joy that I find that this exploration and meditation on Mirror has been helpful and informative to you. All the best!
An absolute masterpiece! You simply can't go wrong with Zen, the Church Fathers, Chekhov and Buber in a Tarkovsky analysis. I'm already looking forward to the fourth part, but no hurry! ;-)
Courtland Carmichael, it's hard to put into words how rewarding it is to know that these essays have somehow been appreciated by other people. Thank you very much, my friend.
Wow... Astonishing work in these essays. I'm amazed by all of the references you've managed to tie into this. Thank you for making his work more accessible to me!
Hey Aidan, thank you for your words. It's great to learn that these essays are connecting people closer with the film, after all that was one of the main purposes. Cheers!
Thank you for this wonderful series. Your discussion of the doctor and Takuan Soho’s passage brought to mind a famous Walt Whitman poem about a man and a “Noiseless, Patient Spider”
I saw The Mirror yesterday, in a theater in Belgium, accompanied by live music from the great Amenra. What a night that was! Thank you for this exploration, which is very insightful. Can't wait to see the film again with the original music, and this insight. Looking forward to part 4 too.
Hey Daniël, I've seen Amenra live in the past, it was a pretty good gig. To be honest I never thought about the possibility of the band's music and Tarkovsky's images working together, but I would be interested in experiencing that. Thanks for the support, Part 4 should come out in a couple of months if I had to guess!
Thank you Maria, I'm so glad the video has managed to develop your perception of the film in a more comprehensive level. It is certainly a work of art that deserves and often kindles a profound emotional commitment.
Hey Ronan, it's great to find people interested in exploring films beyond the surface, so thank you for your comment and hopefully the video has brought something worthwhile for you too. Cheers!
I would recomend just watch it again, this time view it as a memory of Tarkovsky's childhood, sometimes it doesnt make sense structurally like a memory and you get flashes of information. and just enjoy the filmaking of this beautiful film. Dont focus on the structure basically.
Indeed, Mirror bears many instances drawn from Tarkovsky's childhood, as mentioned in previous videos. Its structure however follows the line drawn in Tarkovsky's book "Sculpting in Time", namely that of poetic cinema, the free and unique approach to film as art transcending narrative linearity and conventional storytelling.
Thanks for your work, I always think the Doctor was the most memorable character in the movie, he had some spiritual and mystical nature that gives you a feeling that is hard to describe.
You are very welcome. Indeed, the Doctor almost sounds like a philosopher or prophet in some sense, his presence and discourse clearly makes a striking impression.
Hey Stephen, thank you for the feedback. It's rewarding to know you have found the writing to be of your liking, it's perhaps the most time consuming part of the whole process. What you mention is the exact purpose of these series, to bring a wider audience closer to these works, so that their horizons are opened and prepared to savour the entire spectre of the world of cinema. Cheers.
Hey Atef, thank you so much for the interest. I'm currently working on Part 4, my work schedule has been rather busy lately, but hopefully I will be able to release it before the end of February. Cheers.
Hey buddy, thanks a lot for the appreciation. The music is an assortment of stuff from Blear Moon and my own compositions. Check Blear Moon's music here, he's a wonderful artist: blearmoon.bandcamp.com/
Ordered two books: Roadside Picnic, interesting enough; and then Tarkovsky's 'Sculpting In Time,' his prose opus if you will, about cinema, art, directing, film script writing, and every other aspect in making a film. I'm on Chapter four, circa 60 pages in length, where he goes into the production and editing processes, with everything that goes with it. A lot of the references in this chapter are to the film Mirror. There's quite a lot one can gain, can learn from this book -- as far as I'm into it. No reason to learn about it unless one has something in the back of one's mind at least, of how these insights might be of use one day if one were to have something to say, hopefully something new that has not been said before, though I might think everything has been said before by someone at some point in time, ancient, classical, medieval or modern, now post modern I guess. Though themes can span across epochs of history and remain much the same. Tarkovsky's thoughts were quite exercized by experience and intuition more than training, though that certainly played a part. He always favored the art and spirituality of cinema, not commercialization or making pot boilers for money and Hollywood celebrity. He never succumbed to that even once, saying that if one does, he will never ever make the kind of film his heart demanded of him. Even if something has been said before, it may not have been experienced the way possible of cinema, observed in a way only possible through the medium of cinema, but then only if one paid attention to -- well, what one learns from Tarkovsky. I will read and reread, as I must because I have a severe disability due to strabismus, and so reading requires a tremendous effort. What interests me, is the perspective he brings to how a script might look to adapt to this vision of the observable image and the rhythm of time. A very literary prose should be left as prose. What cinema does best is not prosy but a poetic logic, as he calls it. Well anyhow. BTW, booksellers on Amazon were advertizing this book as if it were a rare book; in fact they wanted about $2000 or more for the book. So many scam con artists in today's digital world. Maybe I found on ebay -- new for $30 plus postage. Why does everything in the US or so it seems these days, turn to sh*t?
Have you directed any films, or plan to get into filmmaking? What country are you in, unless it's a secret? [like bioweapon SarsCov2 with the CIA, though hardly funny]
@@rockyfjord3753 I've read "Roadside Picnic" many years ago, perhaps it's time to give it a new read. As for "Scuplting in Time", it's one of the most relevant books on filmmaking and mandatory read for anywone wishing to understand the potential of cinema for producing great art that transcends eras and languages. As for your later question, I am indeed into filmmaking although I still haven't had the chance to produce more than a short film, though I'm currently applying for funding for a second film. Perhaps one day I will disclose it and my nationality, but for now, I'd would rather instead that viewers focus on the works presented on this channel and not on my person. As you well know, I seek no attention for myself, but simply strive to guide viewers towards the great cinematic art produced through the eras. Cheers!
Great essay. Just need to correct here. There is no difference in theology between orthodoxy and Catholicism, it’s a matter of schism, not heresy. If you are interested in the views on nature it is that it is good due to being created by the same God. However, nature too is affected by the fall, a position held by both churches. I don’t think there is any Christian church that opposes this view come to think of it.
Hey Stefan, thanks for the appreciation, glad you have enjoyed the effort I put into it. When I mentioned the theological differences regarding the Catholic and Orthodox church, I was thinking on the differing perspectives regarding the transubstantiation of the host, the question of the filioque, the nature of Grace, the Immaculate Conception and the position of the Holy Ghost within the Trinity, etc. Thanks for your comment and clarification.
Composed lengthy comment, struck the wrong key and it deleted. Why if I ever begin writing -- would be better on typewriter unless I can figure out how to print out as I go. Some key on left side of keyboard is the culprit or touching two keys at once perhaps. I wasn't born for this digital world. Perhaps I will come back to this video, and try composing my comment again. Was good with the Buddhist references, Martin Buber, Chekhov, Tarkovsky's father and other influences.
Hey Rocky, that's unfortunate that your comment ended up accidentally deleted. I too often commit blunders whilst operating modern technology and sometimes wonder as well if under different apparatuses or circumstances my life and work could attain a different degree of execution. Anyways, glad this video once again managed to stimulate your thoughts and conscience. Cheers.
@@PlanSéquenceFilmArt This accidental deletion sans retrieval has happened so many times, and now I thought to search on web to see if I could find an answer as to why this happens? I still don't know but one poster suggested that if such deletion occurs, to hit 'Ctrl+z' to recover. Will try the next time it happens, though I still don't know why it happens, or why genius computer engineers -- who with mathematicians rule the world -- have not fixed this?
@@rockyfjord3753 Indeed I have studied film extensively on my own, and have a degree of film production as well, from which springs the theoretical and practical knowledge, respectively. In regards to the accidental deletion, the person that recommended you to hit ctrl+z is definitely correct, as that command will work in any platform and application, if you seek to recover non-permanent deleted text or actions. It has definitely saved me more times than I could count.
beautiful work and thank you so much for being here on the web with this kind of approach. But please correct Apollinaire's translation! original is "Dans ce miroir je suis enclos vivant et vrai comme on imagine les anges et non comme sont les reflets" = In this mirror I am enclosed alive and real as we imagine the angels and not as the reflections are
Hey, thanks for the kind words and the correction! I've taken the translation from the Penguin Modern European Poets edition, but should've translated it on my own. I'll pin your comment so that other viewers may see it on top. All the best, my friend!
This series has been a complete triumph so far. Easily among the best channels on RUclips. Thank you infinitely for your work.
Thank you very much for your appreciation and support, Ben. That's very rewarding to hear. Cheers.
The gust of wind felt like divine intervention
@@leonflorence118 It certainly comes across as a transcendental act beyond human comprehension. Personally, I think it id one of the grandest moments of cinema history. Thank you for your comment, friend.
I admit that I really struggled to process this film after viewing it today. In a effort to understand why I was having such difficulty appreciating this director's vision I found these video essays. They have been a tremendous help and should enhance my next screening. Looking forward to the next installment in this series.
That is so rewarding to hear, glad I could shed some light on the film for you. Cheers.
Mirror it's among the top 10 of the best movies I've ever seen in my life in first is Come and See congratulations on the channel
Both outstanding films, in their own, unique sense. Thanks for stopping by!
Finally someone reviewed my favorite film with such toughness and depth. It is strange, i am traditional Chinese but i can still relate it so much. These references helps us to open the horizon of this field beyond the film. Appreciated, and keep going Please.
Hi Qinyang Zhu! Thank you for your kind words, believe me when I say it is with great joy that I find that this exploration and meditation on Mirror has been helpful and informative to you. All the best!
An absolute masterpiece! You simply can't go wrong with Zen, the Church Fathers, Chekhov and Buber in a Tarkovsky analysis. I'm already looking forward to the fourth part, but no hurry! ;-)
Thank you very much Samuel. It might take some time, but eventually I'll put out part 4, for sure. Glad you have found this series worthwhile.
I appreciate the time and effort you have put into these essays. There is nothing like them.
Courtland Carmichael, it's hard to put into words how rewarding it is to know that these essays have somehow been appreciated by other people. Thank you very much, my friend.
Wow... Astonishing work in these essays. I'm amazed by all of the references you've managed to tie into this. Thank you for making his work more accessible to me!
Hey Aidan, thank you for your words. It's great to learn that these essays are connecting people closer with the film, after all that was one of the main purposes. Cheers!
Thank you for this wonderful series. Your discussion of the doctor and Takuan Soho’s passage brought to mind a famous Walt Whitman poem about a man and a “Noiseless, Patient Spider”
Wonderful reference TPGrammar, and thanks or the appreciation too. Cheers.
I have enjoyed this essay so far. Thank you.
You are very welcome, thank you for you kind words.
Thank you for this essay and more power to you so that you can continue to create more such videos.
Thank you for the support, Shikhar Films.
amazing vid
Thank you, happy you have found it to your liking. Cheers.
I saw The Mirror yesterday, in a theater in Belgium, accompanied by live music from the great Amenra. What a night that was! Thank you for this exploration, which is very insightful. Can't wait to see the film again with the original music, and this insight. Looking forward to part 4 too.
Hey Daniël, I've seen Amenra live in the past, it was a pretty good gig. To be honest I never thought about the possibility of the band's music and Tarkovsky's images working together, but I would be interested in experiencing that. Thanks for the support, Part 4 should come out in a couple of months if I had to guess!
Thank you for the extremely comprehensive coverage of this film. It has been very helpful as I try to deepen my understanding/connection.
Thank you Maria, I'm so glad the video has managed to develop your perception of the film in a more comprehensive level. It is certainly a work of art that deserves and often kindles a profound emotional commitment.
I’ve been waiting for part 3! Thanks for uploading ❤️
Thank you for your patience and appreciation, Travis.
so nice to see actual proper film analysis on youtube!!
Hey Ronan, it's great to find people interested in exploring films beyond the surface, so thank you for your comment and hopefully the video has brought something worthwhile for you too. Cheers!
Enamoured with your analyses. Thank you for your work and insight.
Thank you very much, Caloke. It's great that people appreciate the effort put into the videos. Cheers.
I would recomend just watch it again, this time view it as a memory of Tarkovsky's childhood, sometimes it doesnt make sense structurally like a memory and you get flashes of information. and just enjoy the filmaking of this beautiful film. Dont focus on the structure basically.
Indeed, Mirror bears many instances drawn from Tarkovsky's childhood, as mentioned in previous videos. Its structure however follows the line drawn in Tarkovsky's book "Sculpting in Time", namely that of poetic cinema, the free and unique approach to film as art transcending narrative linearity and conventional storytelling.
@@PlanSéquenceFilmArt wow cool, thanks for your amazing videos too. Tarkovsky is so interesting to me as I study film, no one is as unique as him!
Thanks for your work, I always think the Doctor was the most memorable character in the movie, he had some spiritual and mystical nature that gives you a feeling that is hard to describe.
You are very welcome. Indeed, the Doctor almost sounds like a philosopher or prophet in some sense, his presence and discourse clearly makes a striking impression.
I've been waiting for this part of the series. You're doing great work helping to popularise and interpret these films. I really enjoy your writing.
Hey Stephen, thank you for the feedback. It's rewarding to know you have found the writing to be of your liking, it's perhaps the most time consuming part of the whole process. What you mention is the exact purpose of these series, to bring a wider audience closer to these works, so that their horizons are opened and prepared to savour the entire spectre of the world of cinema. Cheers.
I loved this series! Thank you for such insightful essays. When will you release part 4?
Hey Atef, thank you so much for the interest. I'm currently working on Part 4, my work schedule has been rather busy lately, but hopefully I will be able to release it before the end of February. Cheers.
@@PlanSéquenceFilmArt looking forward to it
Music?
Your channel is a gem👏🥲
Hey buddy, thanks a lot for the appreciation. The music is an assortment of stuff from Blear Moon and my own compositions. Check Blear Moon's music here, he's a wonderful artist:
blearmoon.bandcamp.com/
Ordered two books: Roadside Picnic, interesting enough; and then Tarkovsky's 'Sculpting In Time,' his
prose opus if you will, about cinema, art, directing, film script writing, and every other aspect in making
a film. I'm on Chapter four, circa 60 pages in length, where he goes into the production and editing processes,
with everything that goes with it. A lot of the references in this chapter are to the film Mirror. There's quite
a lot one can gain, can learn from this book -- as far as I'm into it. No reason to learn about it unless one
has something in the back of one's mind at least, of how these insights might be of use one day if one
were to have something to say, hopefully something new that has not been said before, though I might
think everything has been said before by someone at some point in time, ancient, classical, medieval or
modern, now post modern I guess. Though themes can span across epochs of history and remain much
the same. Tarkovsky's thoughts were quite exercized by experience and intuition more than training, though
that certainly played a part. He always favored the art and spirituality of cinema, not commercialization or
making pot boilers for money and Hollywood celebrity. He never succumbed to that even once, saying
that if one does, he will never ever make the kind of film his heart demanded of him. Even if something
has been said before, it may not have been experienced the way possible of cinema, observed in a way
only possible through the medium of cinema, but then only if one paid attention to -- well, what one learns
from Tarkovsky. I will read and reread, as I must because I have a severe disability due to strabismus, and
so reading requires a tremendous effort. What interests me, is the perspective he brings to how a script
might look to adapt to this vision of the observable image and the rhythm of time. A very literary prose
should be left as prose. What cinema does best is not prosy but a poetic logic, as he calls it. Well anyhow.
BTW, booksellers on Amazon were advertizing this book as if it were a rare book; in fact they wanted
about $2000 or more for the book. So many scam con artists in today's digital world. Maybe I found on
ebay -- new for $30 plus postage. Why does everything in the US or so it seems these days, turn to sh*t?
Have you directed any films, or plan to get into filmmaking? What country are you in, unless
it's a secret? [like bioweapon SarsCov2 with the CIA, though hardly funny]
@@rockyfjord3753 I've read "Roadside Picnic" many years ago, perhaps it's time to give it a new read. As for "Scuplting in Time", it's one of the most relevant books on filmmaking and mandatory read for anywone wishing to understand the potential of cinema for producing great art that transcends eras and languages. As for your later question, I am indeed into filmmaking although I still haven't had the chance to produce more than a short film, though I'm currently applying for funding for a second film. Perhaps one day I will disclose it and my nationality, but for now, I'd would rather instead that viewers focus on the works presented on this channel and not on my person. As you well know, I seek no attention for myself, but simply strive to guide viewers towards the great cinematic art produced through the eras. Cheers!
Great essay. Just need to correct here. There is no difference in theology between orthodoxy and Catholicism, it’s a matter of schism, not heresy. If you are interested in the views on nature it is that it is good due to being created by the same God. However, nature too is affected by the fall, a position held by both churches. I don’t think there is any Christian church that opposes this view come to think of it.
Hey Stefan, thanks for the appreciation, glad you have enjoyed the effort I put into it. When I mentioned the theological differences regarding the Catholic and Orthodox church, I was thinking on the differing perspectives regarding the transubstantiation of the host, the question of the filioque, the nature of Grace, the Immaculate Conception and the position of the Holy Ghost within the Trinity, etc. Thanks for your comment and clarification.
Composed lengthy comment, struck the wrong key and it deleted. Why if I ever begin writing --
would be better on typewriter unless I can figure out how to print out as I go. Some key on left
side of keyboard is the culprit or touching two keys at once perhaps. I wasn't born for this digital
world. Perhaps I will come back to this video, and try composing my comment again. Was good
with the Buddhist references, Martin Buber, Chekhov, Tarkovsky's father and other influences.
Hey Rocky, that's unfortunate that your comment ended up accidentally deleted. I too often commit blunders whilst operating modern technology and sometimes wonder as well if under different apparatuses or circumstances my life and work could attain a different degree of execution. Anyways, glad this video once again managed to stimulate your thoughts and conscience. Cheers.
@@PlanSéquenceFilmArt Curious whether you are also involved in movie production in
some fashion? Your critical sensibility is
above good.
@@PlanSéquenceFilmArt This accidental deletion sans retrieval has happened so many times,
and now I thought to search on web to see if I could find an answer as to why this happens?
I still don't know but one poster suggested that if such deletion occurs, to hit 'Ctrl+z' to
recover. Will try the next time it happens, though I still don't know why it happens, or why
genius computer engineers -- who with mathematicians rule the world -- have not fixed this?
@@rockyfjord3753 Indeed I have studied film extensively on my own, and have a degree of film production as well, from which springs the theoretical and practical knowledge, respectively. In regards to the accidental deletion, the person that recommended you to hit ctrl+z is definitely correct, as that command will work in any platform and application, if you seek to recover non-permanent deleted text or actions. It has definitely saved me more times than I could count.