Earlier this week, and ahead of its release on 21 November, the Curzon Mayfair in London hosted a preview of the film followed by a Q&A with its director Anton Corbijn. Thanks to my Halo co-author Kevin May I was able to attend and I have to say that I really enjoyed the film. It's not a Depeche Mode concert film by any stretch of the imagination, in fact it's barely a Depeche Mode film at all. This is something very different for Depeche Mode.
As well as being there with the ultimate aim of writing this review, I was also there on duty for HOME because I was interviewing two of the fans...
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Here is a HOME Exclusive interview with the man behind the "Angel" video, Timothy Saccenti. My goal with this interview was simple, I just wanted to reach out to the man behind the "Angel" video and perhaps learn a little more about him. What I got was a fascinating look into a passionate, driven individual who's thoughts are as motivating as they are insightful. This really is an honor for us here at HOME and we hope you enjoy it.
Which came first, photography or directing?
I have been immersed in photography since I was quite young, film is a more recent medium for me.
Looking back,...
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Depeche Mode's recent tour was committed to the digital equivalent of celluloid back in November of last year, when the band visited Barcelona's Palau Sant Jordi for two shows. The filming was directed by Russell Thomas, who has helmed shoots for a wide range of big names in music - from U2, Coldplay, Muse to Kylie Minogue, Beyonce and the likes. Russell is well known for making whatever is in front of his lenses look gorgeous, so we're in for a visual treat. Check out his showreel (no Depeche included) after the jump.
Russell Thomas Showreel from Russell Thomas on Vimeo.
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