Mythologies (2022)

Our contemporary rituals and their mythological roots

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"Mythologies" brings together ten dancers from the Ballet de l'Opéra national de Bordeaux and ten dancers from Ballet Preljocaj. With them, the choreographer explores contemporary rituals and the founding myths that shape our collective imagination. With music composed by Thomas Bangalter, ex-Daft Punk, and performed by the Orchestre de chambre de Paris under the direction of Romain Dumas, this powerful, evocative work explores what lurks in the recesses of our existence, through our ideals and beliefs, bringing ancient mythologies into dialogue with those of our own time.

Director: Angelin Preljocaj
Runtime: 92 min
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Music: Thomas Bangalter
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Angelin Preljocaj

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mythologies about?
"Mythologies" brings together ten dancers from the Ballet de l'Opéra national de Bordeaux and ten dancers from Ballet Preljocaj. With them, the choreographer explores contemporary rituals and the founding myths that shape our collective imagination. With music composed by Thomas Bangalter, ex-Daft Punk, and performed by the Orchestre de chambre de Paris under the direction of Romain Dumas, this powerful, evocative work explores what lurks in the recesses of our existence, through our ideals and beliefs, bringing ancient mythologies into dialogue with those of our own time.
Who directed Mythologies?
Mythologies was directed by Angelin Preljocaj.
How long is Mythologies?
Mythologies has a runtime of 1h 32m (92 minutes).