Gabin Rivoire

Laurent Garnier: Off the Record

Edition 2021

Sound and Vision

90' - 2020 - Dialogue: French, English

Director: Gabin Rivoire With: Laurent Garnier, Charlotte De Witte, Peggy Gou, Kerri Chandler

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A look into the life of Laurent Garnier, one of the godfathers of house music, from his emergence on the music scene in the 80's to now. The story of the last music revolution through the eyes of a pioneer.

An exploration into the life of Laurent Garnier, one of the godfathers of house music, tracking his emergence on the music scene from the 80’s to now. Shot over the last three years, Laurent is followed across the globe, immersing us into the exceptional, yet everyday life of one of the most respected DJ’s in the world. This unique insight draws an intimate portrait of the man behind the legend, the legend behind the decks. Through Laurents own words, we travel his unique course in life. From the son of a fairground owner to becoming a Knight of the Legion of Honor, all thanks to his unparalleled passion for music. We delve into the history of the last great music revolution of the twentieth century, from the perspective of one of its pioneers: Laurent Garnier!

“Laurent Garnier: Off the Record chronicles the rise of techno through the eyes and ears of one man: DJ and musician Laurent Garnier, who’s journeyed from Manchester’s mythic Haçienda via the clubs of his native Paris to stages and DJ booths around the world over an extraordinary 30-year career.” - MIF