Sophia Tolstaya, wife of Leo Tolstoy, reflects on her relationship with the great writer in this rare non-documentary by America’s great nonfiction filmmaker Frederick Wiseman. French actress Nathalie Boutefeu plays Tolstaya in this one-woman show.
France/USA, 2022, Frederick Wiseman
She also co-wrote the screenplay with Wiseman, which is based on Tolstaya’s letters and diaries. “An expressive and moving portrait of a tempestuous marriage.” –Hollywood Reporter. Cleveland premiere. Subtitles. DCP. 63 min.
General admission $11; members, CIA & CSU I.D.holders, and those age 25 & under $8.
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As a reminder, filmgoers can park for free in Lot 73 and in the Institute’s annex lot, and should enter CIA via nearby Entrance C. Click here for a map.
2022/12/03 - 2022/12/04
The Cleveland Institute of Art Cinematheque
11610 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106
