Nick Broomfield film explores Leonard Cohen and Marianne Ihlen's love story
Nick Broomfield's documentary 'Marianne & Leonard: Words of Love' chronicles the relationship between Leonard Cohen and Marianne Ihlen, whom he met on the Greek island of Hydra in 1960. The film, released in UK and US cinemas, uses archival footage and interviews to depict their unconventional yet enduring bond. Broomfield, known for 'Kurt & Courtney' (1998), directs.
Key facts
- Film directed by Nick Broomfield
- Focuses on Leonard Cohen and Marianne Ihlen
- Met in 1960 on Hydra island
- Released in UK and US cinemas
- Uses archival footage and interviews
- Broomfield also directed 'Kurt & Courtney' (1998)
Entities
Artists
- Leonard Cohen
- Marianne Ihlen
- Nick Broomfield
- Kurt Cobain
- Courtney Love
Institutions
- Artribune
Locations
- Hydra
- Greece
- United Kingdom
- United States