Béla Tarr, Master of Slow Cinema, Dies at 68

Hungarian filmmaker Béla Tarr has died. He was 68. His death was confirmed this morning, following a long illness. Tarr was a leading figure in what critics call "slow cinema." This style uses very long, black-and-white shots to create a powerful mood. His films are considered some of the most radical and influential works in modern auteur cinema. An auteur is a director whose personal creative vision defines their movies. Tarr's most famous work is the seven-hour epic "Sátántangó." He retired from filmmaking over a decade ago but remained a major influence on directors worldwide.