Spanish Clair de Lune (1909)
Two lovers perform a fandango dance. A jealous quarrel follows and the heart-broken swain decides to end it all. He throws himself from the window of his room, but instead of falling to his death, the anchor of a passing balloon intercepts his flight and he is taken high into the clouds. Laughing at his plight, the moon arouses the anger of the desperate lover and a battle between the two ensues.
Director: Étienne Arnaud, Émile Cohl
Genre: Romance, Drama, Fantasy, Animation, Comedy
Runtime: 4 min
Release Date: May 3, 1909
Production: Société des Etablissements Gaumont
Country: France
Language: No Language
Original Language: fr
Themes
Suicidal Thoughts and Despair
Keywords
suicide, moon, matador (bullfighter), revenge, silent film
More Films by Director: Étienne Arnaud, Émile Cohl
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Spanish Clair de Lune about?
- Two lovers perform a fandango dance. A jealous quarrel follows and the heart-broken swain decides to end it all. He throws himself from the window of his room, but instead of falling to his death, the anchor of a passing balloon intercepts his flight and he is taken high into the clouds. Laughing at his plight, the moon arouses the anger of the desperate lover and a battle between the two ensues.
- Who directed Spanish Clair de Lune?
- Spanish Clair de Lune was directed by Étienne Arnaud, Émile Cohl.
- How long is Spanish Clair de Lune?
- Spanish Clair de Lune has a runtime of 4m (4 minutes).
- What genre is Spanish Clair de Lune?
- Spanish Clair de Lune is a Romance, Drama, Fantasy, Animation, Comedy film.
- Where was Spanish Clair de Lune produced?
- Spanish Clair de Lune was produced in France.
- What are the themes of Spanish Clair de Lune?
- The themes of Spanish Clair de Lune include: Suicidal Thoughts and Despair.