Of Time and the City :: Cinema Eye Honors

Of Time and the City

Directed by Terence Davies

Produced by Roy Boulter and Sol Papadopoulos

Of Time and the City is nominated for:

Direction Terence Davies
International Feature Film Terence Davies, Roy Boulter and Sol Papadopoulos

oftimeandthecity

Of Time and the City is a sentimental journey. At first sight the film is made up of a series of black-and-white images of people with old-fashioned glasses and old-fashioned habits. The venom is in Terence Davies’ commentary. With his very idiosyncratic voice, he transcends melancholy griping. He regards the deprived situation of workers in endless damp slums with sympathy, and pictures of Queen Elizabeth with straightforward sarcasm. Davies makes it abundantly clear that not everything was better in the old days. Homosexuality, class society, Protestants versus Catholics, post-war aftermath: they are all examined. Very personal yet with a universal value.

(GT Rotterdam)

Cinema Eye Honors

The Cinema Eye Honors for Nonfiction Filmmaking recognize and honor exemplary craft and innovation in nonfiction film. Cinema Eye’s mission is to advocate for, recognize and promote the highest commitment to rigor and artistry in the nonfiction field.

Cinema Eye Honors Ceremony

Will be held January 15th 2010, at The Times Center, New York City.