Mountaineer Dances (1935)
A film depicting traditional highland dances and the charm of the Podhale landscape. The filmmaker, Eugeniusz Cękalski, was associated with the environment of the film avant-garde, hence the use of treatments unusual for a documentary film. "Highland Dances" is not only a recording of folk dancing, but above all an artistic reportage, showing dancers from different perspectives, using close-ups showing the beauty of regional costumes neatly interspersed with views of the Tatra outdoors. The film featured the Dance Ensemble of the Folk Theater Association.
Director: Eugeniusz Cekalski
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 8 min
Release Date: January 1, 1935
Country: Poland
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Mountaineer Dances about?
- A film depicting traditional highland dances and the charm of the Podhale landscape. The filmmaker, Eugeniusz Cękalski, was associated with the environment of the film avant-garde, hence the use of treatments unusual for a documentary film. "Highland Dances" is not only a recording of folk dancing, but above all an artistic reportage, showing dancers from different perspectives, using close-ups showing the beauty of regional costumes neatly interspersed with views of the Tatra outdoors. The film featured the Dance Ensemble of the Folk Theater Association.
- Who directed Mountaineer Dances?
- Mountaineer Dances was directed by Eugeniusz Cekalski.
- How long is Mountaineer Dances?
- Mountaineer Dances has a runtime of 8m (8 minutes).
- What genre is Mountaineer Dances?
- Mountaineer Dances is a Documentary film.
- Where was Mountaineer Dances produced?
- Mountaineer Dances was produced in Poland.