Moral Tales, Filmic Issues: A Conversation between Barbet Schroeder and Eric Rohmer(2006)

Moral Tales, Filmic Issues captures an intimate dialogue between French New Wave directors Eric Rohmer and Barbet Schroeder. The two filmmakers discuss their artistic philosophies, creative approaches to cinema, and the moral dimensions that underpin their work. Rohmer, known for his intricate character studies and philosophical narratives, exchanges ideas with Schroeder, whose films often explore psychological complexity and ethical ambiguity. This conversation offers rare insight into the minds of two influential European auteurs during a pivotal moment in cinema history. The discussion ranges across narrative structure, character development, and the filmmaker's responsibility to explore human behavior with honesty and nuance. Essential viewing for cinephiles interested in film theory, directorial craft, and the intellectual foundations of French cinema.