Portrait of a Lazy Woman (1986) Blu-ray Guide

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3.6

Portrait of a Lazy Woman (1986)

La Paresse

Comedy, Documentary • 8m

Overview

Belgian director Chantal Akerman struggles to overcome her laziness in the name of making a film about the subject.

Director: Chantal Akerman

Cast: Chantal Akerman, Sonia Wieder-Atherton

3.6

Blu-ray.com slow.pics

Best English-Friendly Release

BFI Chantal Akerman: Volume 2 Blu-ray

Best Video Release

BFI Chantal Akerman: Volume 2 Blu-ray

Format

1080p Blu-ray

External Links

Blu-ray.com slow.pics

Length

8 mins

Type

Movie

Alternative Titles

Sloth

Last Updated

a year ago

Contributors

Best English-Friendly Release	BFI Chantal Akerman: Volume 2 Blu-ray
Best Video Release	BFI Chantal Akerman: Volume 2 Blu-ray
Format	1080p Blu-ray
Length	8 mins
Type	Movie
Alternative Titles	Sloth
Last Updated	a year ago
Contributors	vanshady

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