Built around a series of in-depth interviews with its subject, Pieces I Am is an intimately rendered documentary about one of the most important writers in modernity. Spanning the full length of Morrison’s life and prolific career, the film examines her works and the powerful themes she has explored through her writing. With Morrison’s charisma and brilliance at its centre, the film looks at her career as a novelist and editor as well as the history that has informed her writing. With commentary from Angela Davis, Oprah Winfrey, Fran Lebowitz, Hilton Als and others, including Robert Gottlieb, her colleague at Random House who edited nearly all her novels.
Availability &
Screening Time:
Director(s):
Timothy Greenfield-Sanders
Country:
Denmark | Philippines | US
Year:
2019
Running Time:
120 min
Language(s):
English
