In today's digital age, analog photography is making a comeback. From fashion houses to social media influencers, there's a renewed interest in capturing images the old-fashioned way. But why? Is it a rebellion against digital technology or just a passing trend? The documentary Grain: Analog Renaissance sets out to answer these questions. The filmmakers Alex Connell and Tommaso Sacconi, themselves drawn to analog photography, delve into the motivations behind its resurgence.

Connell and Sacconi interview photographers and institutions, capturing their stories through a mix of candid footage and cinematic shots. Grain offers a glimpse into the world of analog photography, showcasing why some choose to embrace its challenges over the convenience of digital. It's a testament to the enduring appeal of traditional methods in an increasingly digital world.

Featured Photographers

Alec Soth, Andre D. Wagner, Bruce Gilden, Daniel Arnold, Driely Carter, Jens Ingvarsson, Joni Sternbach, Nathalie Hail, Renato D’agostin, Stuart Winecoff, Thomas Roma, Yojiro Imasaka, Viktor Vauthier.

Editor

Alexandre Kurek

Notes

1 Alex Contell; Tommaso Sacconi, Grain: Analog Renaissance (Trailer), 2023. 
2–5 Alex Contell; Tommaso Sacconi, Grain: Analog Renaissance, 2023. Film still, 80 min.