The Seashell and the Clergyman (1928)
Obsessed with a general's wife, a clergyman has strange visions of death and lust, struggling against his own eroticism.
Director: Germaine Dulac
Genre: Drama, Fantasy
Runtime: 41 min
Release Date: October 1, 1928
Cast
- Alex Allin - The Clergyman
- Lucien Bataille - The Officer
- Genica Athanasiou - The Woman
Screenplay
Cinematography: Paul Parguel
Production: Délia Film
Country: France
Language: No Language
Original Language: fr
Themes
Magical Realism and Wonders
Keywords
sexual obsession, sexual frustration, surrealism, lust, avant-garde, silent film, catholic priest, woman director, french impressionism, experimental film
More Films by Director: Germaine Dulac
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Seashell and the Clergyman about?
- Obsessed with a general's wife, a clergyman has strange visions of death and lust, struggling against his own eroticism.
- Who directed The Seashell and the Clergyman?
- The Seashell and the Clergyman was directed by Germaine Dulac.
- Who stars in The Seashell and the Clergyman?
- The Seashell and the Clergyman stars Alex Allin, Lucien Bataille, Genica Athanasiou.
- How long is The Seashell and the Clergyman?
- The Seashell and the Clergyman has a runtime of 41m (41 minutes).
- What genre is The Seashell and the Clergyman?
- The Seashell and the Clergyman is a Drama, Fantasy film.
- Where was The Seashell and the Clergyman produced?
- The Seashell and the Clergyman was produced in France.
- What are the themes of The Seashell and the Clergyman?
- The themes of The Seashell and the Clergyman include: Magical Realism and Wonders.