The Divine Right (1985)

The Divine Right (1985) poster

An adaptation of J. G. Frazer's text - Golden Bough - The Divine Right was conceived as a series of improvised dramatic moments for the camera. As the narrator advises the spectator about regicide - the archaic act of killing the king when he grows ill or feeble - a man dressed in a Los Angeles Kings' hockey sweater covers the emblem of a crown with a white cloth. The tape was produced at the Experimental Television Centre, Owego, New York.

Director: Rick Raxlen
Runtime: 11 min
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Music: Yoland Houle
Editing: Rick Raxlen
Country: Canada
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Divine Right about?
An adaptation of J. G. Frazer's text - Golden Bough - The Divine Right was conceived as a series of improvised dramatic moments for the camera. As the narrator advises the spectator about regicide - the archaic act of killing the king when he grows ill or feeble - a man dressed in a Los Angeles Kings' hockey sweater covers the emblem of a crown with a white cloth. The tape was produced at the Experimental Television Centre, Owego, New York.
Who directed The Divine Right?
The Divine Right was directed by Rick Raxlen.
How long is The Divine Right?
The Divine Right has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
Where was The Divine Right produced?
The Divine Right was produced in Canada.