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'It's Not Me' Review: Leos Carax Video Essay Confounds

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Story by Christian Zilko
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Maverick auteur Leos Carax takes viewers on a mind-bending, self-reflective video essay that grapples with the essence of his filmmaking process and influences.
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  • Carax blends footage from his own acclaimed films like 'Holy Motors' with classic Hollywood imagery and historical clips, creating a kaleidoscopic, stream-of-consciousness meditation on his creative motivations.
  • Despite the 40-minute runtime, Carax's video essay ultimately leaves more questions than answers, as the enigmatic director remains as elusive as ever about the deeper meaning behind his singular cinematic vision.
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Leos Carax, Holy Motors, 'It's Not Me', 'Holy Motors'
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