The Automaton and the Magic Spell
An introduction to the world of French composer Maurice Ravel through The String Quartet in F major, performed by the Canadian ensemble Quatuor Arthur Leblanc. The four movements of the quartet are presented on screen by dance segments recreating key elements of the composer's life interspersed with documentary vignettes.
Director: Raymond St-Jean
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 53 min
Cast
- Dorothée Berryman - Narrator (voice)
- Sylvain Poirier - Ravel
- Luciane Pinto - Automaton Woman
- James Viveiros - Bolero Man
- Mary Ann Lacey - Prostitute
- Geneviève La - Prostitute
- Sara Lucie Hanley - Prostitute
- Elinor Fueter - Bolero Prostitute
- Stéphane Deligny - Édouard Ravel
- Irèni Stamou - Bolero Woman
Screenplay
Cinematography: Jean-François Lord
Editing: Philippe Ralet
Production: Ciné Qua Non Média
Country: Canada
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Automaton and the Magic Spell about?
- An introduction to the world of French composer Maurice Ravel through The String Quartet in F major, performed by the Canadian ensemble Quatuor Arthur Leblanc. The four movements of the quartet are presented on screen by dance segments recreating key elements of the composer's life interspersed with documentary vignettes.
- Who directed The Automaton and the Magic Spell?
- The Automaton and the Magic Spell was directed by Raymond St-Jean.
- Who stars in The Automaton and the Magic Spell?
- The Automaton and the Magic Spell stars Dorothée Berryman, Sylvain Poirier, Luciane Pinto, James Viveiros, Mary Ann Lacey, Geneviève La.
- How long is The Automaton and the Magic Spell?
- The Automaton and the Magic Spell has a runtime of 53m (53 minutes).
- What genre is The Automaton and the Magic Spell?
- The Automaton and the Magic Spell is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Automaton and the Magic Spell produced?
- The Automaton and the Magic Spell was produced in Canada.