
Who is Jean Rollin? He is a man who grew up surrounded by some of the most influential intellectuals of the 20th century. An artist who collaborated with Marguerite Duras on his debut film. Rollin’s career as a director is distinctive and unparalleled in French cinema, known for his films that are overtly fantastical, surreal, and poetic—often leaving audiences puzzled. Although critics have long dismissed his work, he is finally beginning to receive some recognition in France, while he already has a devoted fan base across Europe and the United States. Rollin’s body of work is obscure and unconventional, characterized by themes of death and nostalgia, with a central focus on time, wandering, and dreams. Jean Rollin passed away in December 2010 at the age of 72. This documentary serves as a portrait of a true artist, the last surrealist, a poet who crafted his own dreamlike universe. It is a tribute to a one-of-a-kind director, featuring testimonials from his closest collaborators.