Get ready to dive into the world of French politics with director Nora Mandray’s short film, Dancing With Le Pen. Commissioned by Field of Vision after Donald Trump’s election, the film explores the rise of the far-right in France and the decades-long shift towards bigotry and xenophobia. Mandray’s character-driven vérité narrative captures the emotional campaign and moment of the French election, with a focus on the National Front’s steady rise since the 1970s. The film’s use of archival footage helps to bridge past and present, creating a compelling story that keeps viewers engaged. We spoke with Mandray about her approach to contextualizing history and keeping a complex political timeline vibrant and legible in short form. Check out the full interview on PremiumBeat.
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