(Part 1) Silent Days in Sommieres with Lawrence Durrell and Judy Hawes: By Von Peter Leippe 1987

Title: Silent Days in Sommieres (Stille Tage in Sommières): A Film by Von Peter Leippe. (Part 1, 2, 3)

About This Film: In 1987, filmmaker Von Peter Leippe created a unique cinematic piece titled "Silent Days in Sommieres," featuring the esteemed British writer Lawrence Durrell and Judy Chili Hawes, the co-founder of the October Gallery in London. This film captures a profound conversation between Durrell and Hawes in the picturesque town of Sommieres, France.

At the personal invitation of Lawrence Durrell, Chili Hawes leaves the vibrant art scene of London behind to engage in a dialogue that explores themes of art, literature, and life. This meeting was not just a discussion but an exploration of the tranquility and reflective quality of Sommieres, which has been a silent witness to many such conversations.

Sommières is a municipality in southern France.

The writer Lawrence Durrell lived in Sommières from 1966 to 1990, and was buried in the churchyard of the Chapelle St-Julien de Montredon. His most famous work is The Alexandria Quartet, published between 1957 and 1960. The best-known novel in the series is the first, Justine. Beginning in 1974, Durrell published The Avignon Quintet, using many of the same techniques. The first of these novels, Monsieur, or the Prince of Darkness, won the James Tait Black Memorial Prize in 1974. The middle novel, Constance, or Solitary Practices was nominated for the 1982 Booker Prize. By the end of the century, Durrell was a bestselling author and one of the most celebrated writers in England.

Why Watch?

Literary Insight: Gain rare insights into the thoughts and musings of Lawrence Durrell, one of the 20th century's literary giants.
Artistic Crossroads: Discover the intersection of art and literature through Chili Hawes's perspectives and experiences.
Historic Sommieres: Experience the serene ambiance of Sommieres that has inspired many artists and writers.

Join us on this nostalgic journey back to 1987 and experience the silent days in Sommieres through this beautifully crafted film. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more content like this!