Jean Genet

A once-and-for-all glimpse into the unique story and thought processes of Jean Genet, one of France's most interesting literary figures, who gave this first and only in-depth television interview just six months before his death in 1986. Genet remained unrepentant about his past as a thief and prostitute, and was still questioning society's expectations. He had lost none of his power to overturn preconceptions and to confront and disturb his audience.

  • No: R0185
  • Genre: Literature
  • Director: Nigel Williams and Charles Chabot
  • Production year: 1986
  • Run time: 00:59:00
  • Producers: RM Arts/BBC