Jacques Derrida

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Jacques Derrida (born Jackie Élie Derrida; 15 July 1930 – 9 October 2004) was a French philosopher. He was best known for developing a form of semiotic analysis known as deconstruction, which he discussed in numerous texts, and developed in the context of phenomenology. Derrida is one of the major figures associated with post-structuralism and postmodern philosophy.

Most Popular Jacques Derrida Trailers

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Hamlet Within Trailer (2022)

21 May 2022

A radical cinematic investigation into the myth of Hamlet, the avenging prince of Denmark, William Shakespeare's creature; his origins and his unending influence on many diverse cultures.

Cameraperson Trailer (2016)

09 September 2016

As a visually radical memoir, CAMERAPERSON draws on the remarkable footage that filmmaker Kirsten Johnson has shot and reframes it in ways that illuminate moments and situations that have personally affected her.

Ghost Dance Trailer (1983)

15 December 1983

Through the experiences of two women in Paris and London, Ghost Dance offers an analysis of the complexity of our conceptions of ghosts, memory and the past.

Jacques Derrida, le courage de la pensée Trailer (2014)

08 October 2014

A look back at the life of Jacques Derrida, on the 10th anniversary of the philosopher's death.

Deconstructivist Architects Trailer (1990)

31 December 1990

By the end of the 1980's a new architectural sensibility challenged the prevailing post-Modern attitude and brought forth new and daring designs.

Pourquoi la guerre aujourd’hui? Trailer (2015)

02 June 2015

On 19 February 2003, four days after an international day of protest against the imminent invasion of Iraq, René Major and the Institut des hautes études en psychanalyse organized a public debate in Paris between Jacques Derrida and Jean Baudrillard: ‘Pourquoi la guerre aujourd’hui?’ In the twelve years between the debate and its publication in book form, the ‘war on terror’ has escalated in an often unpredictable manner.

Memoirs of the Blind Trailer (1991)

01 January 1991

In 1990, the Louvre invited the French philosopher Jacques Derrida to create a visual and philosophical product based on the materials of the museum's exposition.

Jacques Lacan, la psychanalyse réinventée Trailer (2001)

01 January 2001

Psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, heir to Sigmund Freud and the English school of psychoanalysis, passionate about both science and the movement of ideas, Jacques Lacan has been called the "French Freud".

Derrida's Elsewhere Trailer (1999)

01 January 1999

An exploration of the life and ideas of Jacques Derrida (1930-2004).

Derrida Trailer (2002)

12 March 2002

Documentary about French philosopher (and author of deconstructionism) Jacques Derrida, who sparked fierce debate throughout American academia.

Arrows of Time Trailer (2007)

11 July 2007

An experimental journey to trace the lost ‘Arrows of Time’. Diary footage from the Director’s own observations at The Stanford Linear Accelerator Center are interwoven with poetry and commentary from cultural visionaries of the past such as Joseph Beuys and Jacques Derrida.