Michel Gondry

Michel Gondry chronicles the life of Gondry family matriarch, his aunt Suzette Gondry, and her relationship with her son, Jean-Yves.

An account of the extraordinary life of film pioneer Georges Méliès (1861-1938) and the amazing story of the copy in color of his masterpiece A Trip to the Moon (1902), unexpectedly found in Spain and restored thanks to the heroic efforts of a group of true cinema lovers.

A documentary about the inspiration of director Michel Gondry. An extraordinary world where onirism, memories and childhood have the utmost importance.

A docu-comedy feature film about a once-famous millionaire "business artist" forced to confront his own legendarily obnoxious behavior, while trying to find love through fame.

A series of interviews featuring linguist, philosopher and activist Noam Chomsky done in hand-drawn animation.

Dreamers is a film directed by Noelle Deschamps in 2012. Creation was always imagined as a mysterious process. Following these filmmakers, brings to light their passion, their imagination and their magical process.

After he gets out of the toilets, a man is being chased by a human-sized turd, claiming to be the man's child. "Why have you abandoned me?" is the question the turd keeps on asking. First, the man is embarrassed by the annoying presence of the turd, then he slowly accepts it alongside him...

Daft Punk Unchained is the first film about the pop culture phenomenon that is Daft Punk, the duo with 12 million albums sold worldwide and seven Grammy Awards. Throughout their career Thomas Bangalter and Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo have always resisted compromise and the established codes of show business. They have remained determined to maintain control of every link in the chain of their creative process. In the era of globalisation and social networks, they rarely speak in public and neither do they show their faces on TV. This documentary explores this unprecedented cultural revolution revealing a duo of artists on a permanent quest for creativity, independence and freedom.

A portrait of French filmmaker Michel Gondry, creator, for three decades, of an imperfect, astonishing, fascinating, damaged and poetic work.

Short piece directed by Michel Gondry, showing himself playing the drums.

Dumped over a video he made to amuse his ailing dad, a heartsick Jérémy hatches an elaborate scheme to win back his superhero-loving girlfriend, Lola.

A remarkable walk through the life and work of the French artist Marcel Duchamp (1887-1968), one of the most important creators of the 20th century, revolutionary of arts, aesthetics and pop culture.

A look at the work of director Michel Gondry, through his music videos, short films, and commercials.

Stéphane Goudet is all over the Tati box-set as the preeminent Tati scholar, so it is only fitting that he conclude the disc with a half hour lecture that concludes the themes and methods of the filmmaker.

Taking stock of the extraordinary adventure of "Pif Gadget", a French publishing phenomenon of the 1970s-80s and even of the whole history of children's press. For the comic-strip magazine with the iconic dog, created in 1969 by the French Communist Party, often reached a million copies. With editions available for all of Europe (including Germany, under the title Yps), and on both sides of the Iron Curtain.

A strange combination of techno and New Wave music, the French duo Daft Punk caused an international dance sensation with their catchy hit "Around The World." This fantastic French import showcases the fact that the duo's innovation carries over to the video realm from the musical one. D.A.F.T. features their first four famous videos -- "Da Funk," "Around The World," "Burnin," and "Revolution 909."

Martin Scorsese's classic drama "sweded" by Michel Gondry.

A documentary that details the process of restoring 270 of the 520 lost films of pioneering director Georges Méliès, all orchestrated by a Franco-American collaboration between Lobster Films, the National Film Center, and the Library of Congress.

A collaborative film created by Michel Gondry and Julie Doucet

Michel Gondry, a genius of DIY cinema, opens up his sleepless nights to François Nemeta's cameras. Dreamlike, bizarre, and endearing, this is a unique documentary that lives up to its director, a chronic insomniac with the same qualities.

From his humble beginnings in Canada to becoming one of Hollywood's most beloved and successful stars, The Many Faces of Jim Carrey is an intimate and revealing documentary that delves into the extraordinary life of Jim Carrey. Through a blend of personal interviews, archival footage, and behind-the-scenes glimpses, the documentary explores Carrey's early struggles, his breakthrough in the entertainment industry with iconic roles in films like "Ace Ventura" and "The Mask," and the challenges he faced as he transitioned from comedic roles to more dramatic performances in movies like "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" and "The Truman Show."

Behind the scenes look at Dave Chappelle's Block Party.

The American comedian/actor delivers a story about the alternative Hip Hop scene. A small town Ohio mans moves to Brooklyn, New York, to throw an unprecedented block party.

A short documentary, looking at life in Passaic, New Jersey, whilst the film Be Kind Rewind (2008) is being shot there.

A successful photographer gives up everything to devote himself to writing and discovers poverty.

a 12-minute EPK making-of featurette.

Informal 16-minute chat between the actor and director, along with humorous behind-the-scenes moments.

A successful photographer gives up everything to devote himself to writing and discovers poverty.

Originally posted in February, (how did I miss this?) filmmaker Michel Gondry, after “successfully ” solving a rubik’s cube with his feet a few months ago, breaks his own record by solving the mechanical puzzle with his nose.

Joel Barish, heartbroken that his girlfriend underwent a procedure to erase him from her memory, decides to do the same. However, as he watches his memories of her fade away, he realises that he still loves her, and may be too late to correct his mistake.

Joel Barish, heartbroken that his girlfriend underwent a procedure to erase him from her memory, decides to do the same. However, as he watches his memories of her fade away, he realises that he still loves her, and may be too late to correct his mistake.

The American comedian/actor delivers a story about the alternative Hip Hop scene. A small town Ohio mans moves to Brooklyn, New York, to throw an unprecedented block party.

The American comedian/actor delivers a story about the alternative Hip Hop scene. A small town Ohio mans moves to Brooklyn, New York, to throw an unprecedented block party.

A man entranced by his dreams and imagination is lovestruck with a French woman and feels he can show her his world.

Obsessive scientist Nathan and his lover, the naturalist Lila, discover Puff: a man born and raised in the wild. As Nathan trains the wild man in the civilized ways of the world, Lila fights to preserve the man’s natural state. In the power struggle that ensues, an unusual love triangle emerges.

A man whose brain becomes magnetized unintentionally destroys every tape in his friend's video store. In order to satisfy the store's most loyal renter, an aging woman with signs of dementia, the two men set out to remake the lost films.

A man whose brain becomes magnetized unintentionally destroys every tape in his friend's video store. In order to satisfy the store's most loyal renter, an aging woman with signs of dementia, the two men set out to remake the lost films.

Massive Attack are one of the innovative frontrunners within the world of Electronica. Credited with creating the sound of trip-hop, Massive Attack continue to develop new sound worlds with each successive release. Massive Attack has just as dstinctive a vision when it comes to videos as they do for their music. "Eleven Promos" compiles eleven videos from the mind of Massive Attack including such memorable tracks as "Unfinished Sympathy," "Safe from Harm," "Protection," and "Angel." Video directors represented are: Michel Gondry, Jonathan Glazer and Wiz among others. Other tracklistings: Daydreaming; Be Thankful for What You've Got; Sly; Karmacoma; Risingson; Teardrop.

Three distinct tales unfold in the bustling city of Tokyo. Merde, a bizarre sewer-dweller, emerges from a manhole and begins terrorizing pedestrians. After his arrest, he stands trial and lashes out at a hostile courtroom. A man who has resigned himself to a life of solitude reconsiders after meeting a charming pizza delivery woman. And finally, a happy young couple find themselves undergoing a series of frightening metamorphoses.

Britt Reid, the heir to the largest newspaper fortune in Los Angeles, is a spoiled playboy who has been, thus far, happy to lead an aimless life. After his father dies, Britt meets Kato, a resourceful company employee. Realizing that they have the talent and resources to make something of their lives, Britt and Kato join forces as costumed crime-fighters to bring down the city's most-powerful criminal, Chudnofsky.

An unstoppable force brings two people together to send sparks flying through the night in Las Vegas.

A short film created by Gondry on the 24th birthday of his brother Oliver ‘Twist’ Gondry

Michel Gondry chronicles the life of Gondry family matriarch, his aunt Suzette Gondry, and her relationship with her son, Jean-Yves.

A documentary about the inspiration of director Michel Gondry. An extraordinary world where onirism, memories and childhood have the utmost importance.

The We and the I is the heartfelt and comical story of the final bus ride home for a group of young high school students and graduates.

The We and the I is the heartfelt and comical story of the final bus ride home for a group of young high school students and graduates.

A woman suffers from an unusual illness caused by a flower growing in her lungs.

A woman suffers from an unusual illness caused by a flower growing in her lungs.

After he gets out of the toilets, a man is being chased by a human-sized turd, claiming to be the man's child. "Why have you abandoned me?" is the question the turd keeps on asking. First, the man is embarrassed by the annoying presence of the turd, then he slowly accepts it alongside him...

A series of interviews featuring linguist, philosopher and activist Noam Chomsky done in hand-drawn animation.

A series of interviews featuring linguist, philosopher and activist Noam Chomsky done in hand-drawn animation.

A look at the work of director Michel Gondry, through his music videos, short films, and commercials.

A look at the work of director Michel Gondry, through his music videos, short films, and commercials.

Michael Gondry's examination of childhood love is replete with his trademark surreality. One evening at the turn of the century, Stephane discusses with his brother the end of the millenium, but also girls, particularly Aurelie, a classmate with whom he is secretly in love. The following day, Aurelie has a letter to give to him....

A look at the work of director Michel Gondry, through his music videos, short films, and commercials.

Michael Gondry's examination of childhood love is replete with his trademark surreality. One evening at the turn of the century, Stephane discusses with his brother the end of the millenium, but also girls, particularly Aurelie, a classmate with whom he is secretly in love. The following day, Aurelie has a letter to give to him....

Marc, a bipolar and paranoid filmmaker, cannot tolerate seeing his current project picked apart by his producers. The clips he’s been able to sneak a look at lead him to fear the worst. With his editor as an accomplice, he manages to spirit away the rushes to his aunt’s place in the Cévennes, to finish the film as he envisions it. Instead, its completion is constantly postponed, as he creates endless diversions and impasses, which alternate between the comic and the downright disturbing.

"Volumen" collects every video from Bjork's career {up until Hunter}, and showcases the work of famed video director's Spike Jonze, Sophie Muller and Michael Gondry

Two young friends embark on a road trip across France in a vehicle they built themselves.

Two young friends embark on a road trip across France in a vehicle they built themselves.

After a hellish journey in the bush, Professor Maboulus and his team arrive at the goal of the expedition...

This is a short film made by Gondry as a birthday present for his friend Karen, who likes to ride on her horse.

This is a short film made by Gondry as a birthday present for his friend Karen, who likes to ride on her horse.

Short piece directed by Michel Gondry, showing himself playing the drums.

A boy asks a girl to dance. She says no because he is too tiny.

A boy asks a girl to dance. She says no because he is too tiny.

A boy asks a girl to dance. She says no because he is too tiny.

A strange combination of techno and New Wave music, the French duo Daft Punk caused an international dance sensation with their catchy hit "Around The World." This fantastic French import showcases the fact that the duo's innovation carries over to the video realm from the musical one. D.A.F.T. features their first four famous videos -- "Da Funk," "Around The World," "Burnin," and "Revolution 909."

Michel Gondry chronicles the life of Gondry family matriarch, his aunt Suzette Gondry, and her relationship with her son, Jean-Yves.

Three distinct tales unfold in the bustling city of Tokyo. Merde, a bizarre sewer-dweller, emerges from a manhole and begins terrorizing pedestrians. After his arrest, he stands trial and lashes out at a hostile courtroom. A man who has resigned himself to a life of solitude reconsiders after meeting a charming pizza delivery woman. And finally, a happy young couple find themselves undergoing a series of frightening metamorphoses.

Maya and her dad, Michel Gondry, live in two different countries. In order to stay in touch, her dad asks her every evening, “Maya, give me a title”. Based on her answer, he creates a short animated reply in which Maya is the hero. Michel Gondry brings to life a poetic and amusing journey that will have the little ones dreaming... and the grown-ups smiling.

Marc, a bipolar and paranoid filmmaker, cannot tolerate seeing his current project picked apart by his producers. The clips he’s been able to sneak a look at lead him to fear the worst. With his editor as an accomplice, he manages to spirit away the rushes to his aunt’s place in the Cévennes, to finish the film as he envisions it. Instead, its completion is constantly postponed, as he creates endless diversions and impasses, which alternate between the comic and the downright disturbing.

A compilation of 12 cutting-edge music videos, including Bjork's "All Is Full Of Love", Squarepusher's "Come On My Selector", Autechre's "Second Bad Vilbel", Leftfield's "Africa Shox", Fatboy Slim's "Praise You" and Aphex Twin's "Come To Daddy" and "Windowlicker".

A young girl's tricycle gets lost as a French family leaves home for their summer holiday. After becoming accidentally separated from the family, the tricycle is propelled on an unbelievable journey of seemingly unplanned events through the stunning French countryside.

A young girl's tricycle gets lost as a French family leaves home for their summer holiday. After becoming accidentally separated from the family, the tricycle is propelled on an unbelievable journey of seemingly unplanned events through the stunning French countryside.

Interview of Ayako Fujitani and her dad Steven Seagal.

A man entranced by his dreams and imagination is lovestruck with a French woman and feels he can show her his world.

A man whose brain becomes magnetized unintentionally destroys every tape in his friend's video store. In order to satisfy the store's most loyal renter, an aging woman with signs of dementia, the two men set out to remake the lost films.

A short documentary, looking at life in Passaic, New Jersey, whilst the film Be Kind Rewind (2008) is being shot there.

The visual companion of the Greatest Hits audio release, includes all Björk 21 music videos available at that moment in chronological order.

Oui Oui video clip directed by Michel Gondry.

Oui Oui video clip directed by Michel Gondry.

Oui Oui video clip directed by Michel Gondry.

Oui Oui video clip directed by Michel Gondry.

After he gets out of the toilets, a man is being chased by a human-sized turd, claiming to be the man's child. "Why have you abandoned me?" is the question the turd keeps on asking. First, the man is embarrassed by the annoying presence of the turd, then he slowly accepts it alongside him...

A series of interviews featuring linguist, philosopher and activist Noam Chomsky done in hand-drawn animation.

A series of interviews featuring linguist, philosopher and activist Noam Chomsky done in hand-drawn animation.

Michel Gondry assembles alternate version of his The Science of Sleep from cut scenes and B-roll footage.

A short animation made by Michel Gondry produced for the Criterion Collection release of The Complete Jean Vigo.

Martin Scorsese's classic drama "sweded" by Michel Gondry.

Several years after "Mood Indigo," his adaptation of Boris Vian's 1947 novel "Froth on a Daydream," Michel Gondry returns, with his characteristic originality and uniqueness, to further explore his overwhelming experience with Vian's work. Gondry narrates this short autobiographical animation as an homage to his beloved novelist and trumpeter.

Several years after "Mood Indigo," his adaptation of Boris Vian's 1947 novel "Froth on a Daydream," Michel Gondry returns, with his characteristic originality and uniqueness, to further explore his overwhelming experience with Vian's work. Gondry narrates this short autobiographical animation as an homage to his beloved novelist and trumpeter.

Several years after "Mood Indigo," his adaptation of Boris Vian's 1947 novel "Froth on a Daydream," Michel Gondry returns, with his characteristic originality and uniqueness, to further explore his overwhelming experience with Vian's work. Gondry narrates this short autobiographical animation as an homage to his beloved novelist and trumpeter.

After falling in love at a Las Vegas resort, two people find themselves alone in the universe.

Michel Gondry travels by various means—and at great peril—from Los Angeles, USA to Charny, France to visit his former place of education.

A collaborative film created by Michel Gondry and Julie Doucet

Maya and her dad, Michel Gondry, live in two different countries. In order to stay in touch, her dad asks her every evening, “Maya, give me a title”. Based on her answer, he creates a short animated reply in which Maya is the hero. Michel Gondry brings to life a poetic and amusing journey that will have the little ones dreaming... and the grown-ups smiling.

After a hellish journey in the bush, Professor Maboulus and his team arrive at the goal of the expedition...

After a hellish journey in the bush, Professor Maboulus and his team arrive at the goal of the expedition...

A man entranced by his dreams and imagination is lovestruck with a French woman and feels he can show her his world.

After, Maya, Give Me a Title, the sequel to Maya's adventures told by Blanche Gardin. Maya and her father live in two different countries. To maintain the bond with his daughter and continue to tell her stories, her father asks her every month "Maya, give me a title." From this title, he creates a cartoon for her in which she is the heroine. Michel Gondry then brings to life a poetic and amusing journey that will make little ones dream...and adults smile.

After, Maya, Give Me a Title, the sequel to Maya's adventures told by Blanche Gardin. Maya and her father live in two different countries. To maintain the bond with his daughter and continue to tell her stories, her father asks her every month "Maya, give me a title." From this title, he creates a cartoon for her in which she is the heroine. Michel Gondry then brings to life a poetic and amusing journey that will make little ones dream...and adults smile.

Two young girls find a human skull buried in their garden, which leads to a police investigation to unravel the macabre truth behind the discovery.

"The Hardest Button to Button" is the third White Stripes video directed by Michel Gondry, after "Fell in Love with a Girl" and "Dead Leaves and the Dirty Ground" (two years later, he would direct the music video for "The Denial Twist").

"The Hardest Button to Button" is the third White Stripes video directed by Michel Gondry, after "Fell in Love with a Girl" and "Dead Leaves and the Dirty Ground" (two years later, he would direct the music video for "The Denial Twist").

From her 1993 solo Debut album up to her Vespertine era. All of Björk's iconic visuals from "Human Behaviour," "Army of Me," all the way to "Jóga," showcasing her innovative visuals alongside her groundbreaking electronic/art-pop music. It features 14 stunning videos of Björk. The videos for Human Behaviour (from her first solo album Debut), Isobel (from her second album, Post) and Bachelorette (from her 3rd studio album, Homogenic) form a trilogy - all directed by Michel Gondry.

Originally posted in February, (how did I miss this?) filmmaker Michel Gondry, after “successfully ” solving a rubik’s cube with his feet a few months ago, breaks his own record by solving the mechanical puzzle with his nose.