Common Ground: Under Construction Notes
A comprehensive feature length making-of video diary from director Alejandro González Iñárritu.
The making of Alejandro González Iñárritu’s Babel is chronicled through an observational approach that captures the creative and logistical challenges of filming a deeply interconnected narrative across four continents. Directed by Carlos Armella and Pedro González-Rubio, the documentary reveals Iñárritu’s commitment to authenticity and cultural sensitivity, from collaborating with local actors and communities to meticulously recreating environments. Through behind-the-scenes footage and the director’s reflective commentary, it delves into themes of human connection, the boundaries we hold within ourselves, and the visceral nature of communication, offering profound insights into the philosophy behind the acclaimed film.
Cast
Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Self
Rodrigo Prieto
Self
Hiam Abbass
Self
Brad Pitt
Self
Cate Blanchett
Self
Gael García Bernal
Self
Koji Yakusho
Self
Adriana Barraza
Self
Rinko Kikuchi
Self
Said Tarchani
Self
Boubker Ait El Caid
Self
Elle Fanning
Self
Nathan Gamble
Self
Michael Peña
Self
Mohamed Akhzam
Self
Peter Wight
Self
Abdelkader Bara
Self
Mustapha Rachidi
Self
Driss Roukhe
Self
Clifton Collins Jr.
Self
Robert Esquivel
Self
Yuko Murata
Self
María Eladia Iñárritu
Self
Eliseo Iñárritu
Self
Director
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