Gus Van Sant

This documentary looks at the life and career of Nicole Kidman, who, over forty-plus years, constantly renews her range of characters.

A vibrant portrait of a Beat Generation icon, WILLIAM S BURROUGHS: A MAN WITHIN explores the brilliant and troubled world of one of our greatest authors. Featuring archival footage of Burroughs, as well as interviews with confidants such as John Waters, Patti Smith and Iggy Pop, the film, set to a soundtrack by Patti Smith and Sonic Youth, shows how Burroughs spawned a countercultural movement.

Modern-day Hollywood. After growing bored with her scheming movie producer boyfriend, Christian, young actress Tara rekindles an affair with a former flame. When Christian learns of her infidelity, the couple is plunged into the darkest depths of human desire.

In the 80s, American cinema entered a grungy Golden Age, as a generation of indie films blossomed from modest origins. Made for $25,000 on 16mm, this debut from Gus Van Sant (Elephant, Milk) is a quintessentially American classic, as well as a vital precursor of the New Queer Cinema movement.