Perhaps like me you’ve been a Leunig fan for years. Perhaps you have a cartoon of his on your fridge, like I do. If so The Fragments of Leunig is an intriguing documentary for you.
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Many years ago I was fortunate to attend a full day workshop run by Michael Leunig. What a fascinating day it was. Not only did we learn some great techniques we also caught a glimpse inside the world of the artist.
Early on in The Leunig Fragments the muse verbalises his hope that the movie meanders along, rather than entertain in a linear direction. Well, he absolutely got his wish. Although frustrating to watch at times, the approach gives further insight into the man and allows for a meditative experience.
Included amongst this is the film makers frustration at wrangling an artist soul over the five years it took to make the movie.
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The Leunig Fragments explores the artists early family life, school life, past working life (at a slaughter house), his relationship with his own family, the origins of the well-known duck and so much more. It also highlights what happens and what it takes to become a national treasure.
For more information go to Luna Cinemas.
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