CinemaOSMovie · 2012 · 0h 34m

The Paper Mirror

Documentary

Charissa King O'Brien's intimate short documentary captures this pivotal collaboration between two influential artists, as world-renowned painter Riva Lehrer completes a compelling portrait of Alison Bechdel ("Dykes to Watch Out For," "Are You My Mother," "Fun Home") over the course of two years, yielding a highly satisfying work of psychological insight

Directed byCharissa King-O’Brien

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 34m
Language
EN
Released
January 1, 2012

Featuring

Cast & crew

2 credited
Starring
Alison Bechdel

Alison Bechdel

Herself

Riva Lehrer

Herself

Creative team
Directed by
Charissa King-O’Brien

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