Altman

Maverick. Visionary. Nonconformist. Innovator. Narrator. Wanderer. Risk-taker. Eccentric. Family-oriented. Filmmaker. Creator. Robert Altman’s life and career encompassed a vast array of roles. As a pioneer of American independent cinema, he left a lasting impact not only on the development of filmmaking but also on the cultural landscape of the West. “Altman,” a new documentary by Canadian director Ron Mann, delves into and honors the remarkable fifty-year journey of redemption of one of the most significant and influential directors in cinematic history. Through rare interviews, iconic film excerpts, archival photos, and reflections from his family and well-known collaborators, Mann’s “Altman” offers a vibrant and heartfelt exploration of an artist whose creativity, fervor, and ambition were boundless.