Cahiers du cinéma n°91 - January 1959

This issue of Cahiers du Cinéma is dedicated to André Bazin, and aims to honor him while providing a living portrait of his unique destiny and vocation. The magazine includes personal reflections on Bazin's life from friends and colleagues, ranging from his early formation to his role as a critic. Guy Leger recalls their meeting during the "drôle de guerre," while Pierre-Aimé Touchard discusses Bazin's involvement with the journal Esprit. The focus is not just on his work as a film critic but also on his character, his dedication to teaching, and his complex inner life. Other articles include sections on his involvement with the Jeunesses Cinématographiques, his passion for education, and his theories on cinema. Some feature films released around the same time are also critically reviewed.