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Common Ground: Under Construction Notes

A comprehensive feature length making-of video diary from director Alejandro González Iñárritu.

10 average rating
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10
Arabic / 96 MIN. / 2007

The Genres

The Synopsis

The making of Alejandro González Iñárritu’s Babel is chronicled through an observational approach that captures the creative and logistical challenges of filming a deeply interconnected narrative across four continents. Directed by Carlos Armella and Pedro González-Rubio, the documentary reveals Iñárritu’s commitment to authenticity and cultural sensitivity, from collaborating with local actors and communities to meticulously recreating environments. Through behind-the-scenes footage and the director’s reflective commentary, it delves into themes of human connection, the boundaries we hold within ourselves, and the visceral nature of communication, offering profound insights into the philosophy behind the acclaimed film.

The Cast

Alejandro G. IñárrituRodrigo PrietoHiam AbbassBrad PittCate BlanchettGael García BernalKoji YakushoAdriana BarrazaRinko KikuchiSaid TarchaniBoubker Ait El CaidElle FanningNathan GambleMichael PeñaMohamed AkhzamPeter WightAbdelkader BaraMustapha RachidiDriss RoukheClifton Collins Jr.Robert EsquivelYuko MurataMaría Eladia IñárrituEliseo Iñárritu

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