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The Rest I Make Up (15*) + ScreenTalk with director Michelle Memran

Fringe! Queer Film & Arts Fest

,Barbican Cinema 2
The Rest I Make Up

Best known for her relationship with Susan Sontag, theatre-maker Maria Irene Fornes considered, by some, to be one of the most influential playwrights and teachers of the 20th century.

Pioneering avant-garde playwright and director Maria Irene Fornes may be better known for her relationship with Susan Sontag but she is considered, by some, to be one of the most influential playwrights and teachers of the 20th century.

A chance meeting with documentary filmmaker Michelle Memran leads to a tender and inspiring portrait of Irene's later years as she faces the challenges of memory loss, in much the same way she lived her life; with humour, creativity, style and sass.

Throughout their developing working relationship, Fornes mentors Memran, guiding her through the same creative process she applied to her own work, encouraging vulnerability, transparency and creative free-thinking. An inspiring lesson in the way of the artist.

This screening will be followed by a ScreenTalk with director Michelle Memran

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USA 2018 Dir Michelle Memran 79 min

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Barbican Cinema 2

Location
Barbican Cinema 2 & 3 are located on Beech Street, a short walk from the Barbican’s Silk Street entrance. From Silk Street, you’ll see a zebra crossing that will take you across the road to the venue. 

Address
Beech Street
London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.