Le cinéma de Terry Gilliam - L’imagination au pouvoir

This documentary explores the life and work of Terry Gilliam, blending his personal history with his professional output. The film examines his unique visual style and his portrayal of humanity as both comical and disturbing. Through a look at his various projects, including the Monty Python series, Brazil, and The Man Who Killed Don Quixote, the narrative covers his professional successes alongside his box office failures and the movies he never produced.

Produced in France by companies including ARTE, Ciné+, PROCIREP, and the CNC, the film was directed by Benjamin Clavel. This project follows Clavel's previous work on The Matrix: Generation and Win-Win. The documentary features Terry Gilliam appearing as himself via archive footage. The film was released on January 26, 2026.