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Documentary on Robert Doisneau to Premiere in Italian Cinemas

other · 2026-05-05

A documentary titled 'Robert Doisneau – La lente delle meraviglie,' directed by Clémentine Deroudille, explores the life of French photographer Robert Doisneau (1912-1994). The film traces his journey from a suburban youth to a photography superstar, featuring unseen images, interviews with friends, and rare archival footage. It highlights his humanist approach and iconic works like 'Bacio davanti all’hotel De Ville' (1950). The film will be released in Italian cinemas on June 19, distributed by Wanted Cinema, with a special preview on June 7 at Fondazione Stelline in Milan during Milano PhotoWeek.

Key facts

  • Documentary 'Robert Doisneau – La lente delle meraviglie' directed by Clémentine Deroudille
  • Covers Doisneau's life from 1912 to 1994
  • Includes unseen images, interviews, and rare archival footage
  • Highlights Doisneau's humanist approach and famous works like 'Bacio davanti all’hotel De Ville' (1950)
  • Italian cinema release on June 19
  • Distributed by Wanted Cinema
  • Special preview on June 7 at Fondazione Stelline, Milan
  • Preview coincides with Milano PhotoWeek

Entities

Artists

  • Robert Doisneau
  • Clémentine Deroudille

Institutions

  • Wanted Cinema
  • Fondazione Stelline
  • Milano PhotoWeek

Locations

  • Milan
  • Italy

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