Films

Portrait of Imogen
Directed by Meg Partridge. 1988
Imogen Cunningham presents over 250 photographs directly to the viewer, describing her work, her philosophy and her perspective in this Academy Award-nominated documentary by Meg Partridge, Imogen's granddaughter. With a sharp wit, Imogen participates in lively discussions and reflects on her photographic career that spanned 75 years. 30 minutes.
Available From:
Meg Partridge
Formats: DVD, VHS and 16mm film
For more information: Website: www. megpartridge.com
Tel: 800/886-3135
Email: meg@megpartridge.com

Never Give Up: Imogen Cunningham
Directed by Ann Hershey. 1974
Affectionate portrait of the noted photographer at 92. Shows her at home and walking around picturesque locales in San Francisco as she recounts her life and discusses her family, friends, photography, thoughts about death, and other topics. Intercut are many of her famous photographs as well as some of her early and rarely seen works. A warm tribute to an inspirational person. 30 minutes

Imogen Cunningham: Photographer
Directed by John Korty. 1972
Imaginative portrait of the pioneering photographer in her 90th year Includes candid interviews in which she discusses her early influences, reminisces about her life, and describes her artistic philosophy. Shows many of her most famous photographs. Also includes scenes of her attending a flower show, printing negatives for a new exhibit, photographing a nude model, and at her birthday party. 22 minutes.

Two Photographers: Imogen Cunningham and Wynn Bullock
Directed by Fred Padula. 1967
Photographers and friends, Imogen Cunningham and Wynn Bullock reminisce about their youth, friendship and mutual art. Includes a walk in the woods with both photographers discussing their basic approach to photography. 28 minutes.
Available From:
Canyon Cinema
Formats: VHS, 16mm
For more information: www.canyoncinema.com
Tel: 415/626-2255
Email: films@canyoncinema.com

The Bed
Directed by James Broughton. 1967
Cunningham made a brief appearance in this film by poet and filmmaker James Broughton. 20 minutes.
Available From:
Canyon Cinema
Formats: 16mm
For more information: www.canyoncinema.com
Tel: 415/626-2255
Email: films@canyoncinema.com