Common Ground: Under Construction Notes

Common Ground: Under Construction Notes

2007
1h 36m
10.0

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Documentary

"A comprehensive feature length making-of video diary from director Alejandro González Iñárritu."

Overview

The making of Alejandro González Iñárritu’s Babel is chronicled through an observational approach that captures the creative and logistical challenges of filming a deeply interconnected narrative across four continents. Directed by Carlos Armella and Pedro González-Rubio, the documentary reveals Iñárritu’s commitment to authenticity and cultural sensitivity, from collaborating with local actors and communities to meticulously recreating environments. Through behind-the-scenes footage and the director’s reflective commentary, it delves into themes of human connection, the boundaries we hold within ourselves, and the visceral nature of communication, offering profound insights into the philosophy behind the acclaimed film.

Status: Released

Language: ES

Production Information

Production Companies
Ollin Studio Babel Productions Inc.
Production Countries
Mexico United States of America
Spoken Languages
Arabic English Japanese Spanish

Keywords

behind the scenes making of

Quick Facts

Release Date September 30, 2007
Status Released
Language ES

Cast

Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Alejandro G. Iñárritu

Self

Rodrigo Prieto
Rodrigo Prieto

Self

Hiam Abbass
Hiam Abbass

Self

Brad Pitt
Brad Pitt

Self

Cate Blanchett
Cate Blanchett

Self

Gael García Bernal
Gael García Bernal

Self

Koji Yakusho
Koji Yakusho

Self

Adriana Barraza
Adriana Barraza

Self

Rinko Kikuchi
Rinko Kikuchi

Self

Said Tarchani
Said Tarchani

Self

Boubker Ait El Caid
Boubker Ait El Caid

Self

Elle Fanning
Elle Fanning

Self

Key Crew

Carlos Armella
Director
Pedro González-Rubio
Director
Edgardo Mejia
Executive Producer
Verónica Ojeda
Producer