Gilles Jacob's 'Le fantôme du capitaine': A Cinematic Confession
Gilles Jacob, former president of the Cannes Film Festival, releases 'Le fantôme du capitaine', a collection of imaginary letters addressed to iconic figures like Gene Tierney, Rita Hayworth, Ingmar Bergman, and Manoel de Oliveira. The book, published by Éditions Robert Laffont, is a paradoxical monologue that blends confession with concealment, revealing Jacob's obsessions and desires. Jacob, known for his transformative leadership at Cannes, writes with the style of a cinephile and critic, focusing on cinematic style over narrative. The letters, which can be read in any order, offer a self-portrait that is both candid and crafted, showcasing Jacob's literary flair. Dominique Païni praises the work as one of the finest books on the film industry.
Key facts
- Gilles Jacob authored 'Le fantôme du capitaine'.
- The book consists of over sixty imaginary letters.
- Addressees include Gene Tierney, Rita Hayworth, Bergman, and Oliveira.
- Published by Éditions Robert Laffont.
- Jacob was the renovating head of the Cannes Film Festival.
- The book is described as a paradoxical monologue.
- Jacob was a film critic and writer.
- Dominique Païni wrote the review.
Entities
Artists
- Gilles Jacob
- Gene Tierney
- Rita Hayworth
- Ingmar Bergman
- Manoel de Oliveira
- Jean Cocteau
- Dominique Païni
Institutions
- Éditions Robert Laffont
- Cannes Film Festival
Locations
- France
Sources
- artpress —