Henri Langlois: The Phantom of the Cinematheque Critic Reviews

Mr. Richard's film makes a persuasive case for Langlois as one of the most important figures in the history of film and therefore in the history of 20th-century art.Read the full review

A labor of love made over the course of seven years that crucially matches the energy and passion Langlois himself embodied, this deep-dish account of the life and times of the longtime head of the Cinematheque Francaise will enthrall buffs.Read the full review

A sound piece of profiling that has miles of archival footage of the affable, pop-eyed Langlois enthusing.Read the full review

A treat for anyone who's passionate about films or who's ever wanted to learn more about them.Read the full review

Though Phantom Of The Cinematheque is fascinating throughout, Richard squanders a chance to recreate one of those long Parisian nights where Langlois held court for his fellow movie buffs.Read the full review