The Eyes of Orson Welles | Little White Lies

The Eyes of Orson Welles

Published 15 Aug 2018

Words by David Jenkins

Directed by Mark Cousins

Starring Beatrice Welles, Mark Cousins, and Orson Welles

Released 18 Aug 2018

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Anticipation.

Mark Cousins locks horns with one of the titans of cinema.

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Enjoyment.

A very personal (too personal?) journey through the films of Orson Welles.

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In Retrospect.

The incredible material helps the film take flight. Bring on the major gallery exhibition.

Mark Cousins returns with an essay feature on the doodles and draftsmanship of Orson Welles.

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