Laure Astourian

Laure Astourian, an associate professor at Bentley University and author of "The Ethnographic Optic," delves into the fascinating intersection of ethnography and 1960s French cinema. She explores how filmmakers like Jean Rouch, Chris Marker, and Alain Resnais shifted their focus from colonial subjects to introspective representations of urban France amid decolonization. The conversation illuminates the 'ethnographic optic' these directors employed, revealing societal complexities and offering a fresh take on national identity through iconic films.