The Antiquities of Rome (1989)

A structuralist work composed of static, long-duration shots of Roman ruins and architectural details, all filmed on Super 8. The film operates without a traditional narrative or dialogue, relying on fixed compositions to document the interplay of light and shadow across ancient stone. By framing monuments through windows and doorways, Jean-Claude Rousseau explores the relationship between historical space and the act of observation.

Genres: Documentary

Stars: N/A

Release Date: 1989-11-21

Country: France

Ratings: 7.2 / 10 (4 votes)

Runtime: 105 mins