The Story of Film: An Odyssey is a documentary series that takes viewers on a journey through the history of cinema, from its birth in the late 19th century to the present day. Directed and narrated by film critic Mark Cousins, the series consists of 15 episodes, each lasting an hour, and features interviews with legendary filmmakers and scholars. Using film clips and interviews, the series examines the evolution of motion pictures and how it has been shaped by cinematic innovation. From the Lumière brothers to Tarantino, the documentary explores how the works of these filmmakers have influenced the language of cinema and how movies would look different without their contributions. The series has been praised for its unique approach to film history and has been screened at various film festivals around the world.

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