Olivier Assayas recounts his rebellious 1970s painter years in illustrated memoir
Filmmaker Olivier Assayas has published an illustrated memoir, "Oublier la peinture," detailing his formative years as a young painter from age 15 to 25 in the 1970s before he turned to filmmaking. The book, released by Le Monde, combines narrative, images, and commentary from the volume. Assayas reflects on his creative struggles and rebellion during that decade, offering a personal account of his artistic evolution. The publication is accompanied by an interview with the author.
Key facts
- Olivier Assayas published an illustrated memoir titled "Oublier la peinture".
- The book covers his years as a young painter from age 15 to 25.
- The memoir focuses on the 1970s.
- Assayas eventually turned to filmmaking after his painting period.
- The book combines narrative, images, and commentary.
- The publication is featured in Le Monde.
- An interview with Assayas accompanies the release.
- The memoir recounts his creative struggles and rebellion.
Entities
Artists
- Olivier Assayas
Institutions
- Le Monde