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Photographic Memory (2011)

Movie ★ 5.8 87 min

Documentary

Distressed over his teenaged son's addiction to the Internet and fearful that the developing boy has grown detached from the real world, documentary filmmaker Ross McElwee takes a journey back into his own adolescence by returning to St. Quay-Portrieux in Brittany, France, which he visited as a teen, and attempting to track down the photographer who gave him his first job, and the girl who once stole his heart.

Ross McElwee Director

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Quick facts

Released
September 4, 2011
Runtime
87 min
IMDb
tt2055711
Country

Cast

Ross McElwee Ross McElwee Himself Adrian McElwee Adrian McElwee Self

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Frequently asked questions

What is Photographic Memory about?
Distressed over his teenaged son's addiction to the Internet and fearful that the developing boy has grown detached from the real world, documentary filmmaker Ross McElwee takes a journey back into his own adolescence by returning to St. Quay-Portrieux in Brittany, France, which he visited as a teen, and attempting to track down the photographer who gave him his first job, and the girl who once stole his heart.
Who directed Photographic Memory?
Photographic Memory was directed by Ross McElwee.
Who stars in Photographic Memory?
Photographic Memory stars Ross McElwee, Adrian McElwee.
When was Photographic Memory released?
Photographic Memory is a 2011 documentary film.
Where can I watch Photographic Memory?
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