Overview
Shirley Baker: Life Through a Lens has been authorised by the Estate of Shirley Baker and features the words of Shirley Baker as spoken by her daughter Nan Levy. The film includes dozens of Baker’s colour and black and white photographs, and is narrated by the acclaimed actress Samantha Beckinsale – sister of Kate. Directed by the IFTA nominated film and TV director Jason Figgis – the editor of Nikon Owner Magazine Gray Levett has described the film as ‘an uncommonly beautiful documentary that pays tribute to the work of a remarkable artistic spirit’ and Michael Pritchard at the Royal Photographic Society has said ‘Figgis’ film provides an engaging and accessible insight. There is no comparable documentary on Baker’s life and work’.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Shirley Baker: Life Through a Lens?
Shirley Baker: Life Through a Lens was directed by Jason Figgis.
Where was Shirley Baker: Life Through a Lens produced?
It was produced by companies including Unknown Production Companies in Unknown Countries.
Shirley Baker: Life Through a Lens Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Shirley Baker: Life Through a Lens wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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