The Real Beauty and the Beast (2013)

The Real Beauty and the Beast (2013) poster

It's a condition known as "hypertrichosis" or "Ambras Syndrome," but in the 1500s it would transform one man into a national sensation and iconic fairy-tale character. His name: Petrus Gonsalvus, more commonly known today as the hairy hero of Beauty and the Beast.

Director: Julian Pölsler
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 46 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Christian Brandauer
Production: Smithsonian Channel, ORF, ARTE
Country: Germany
Language: English, Español, Latin, Deutsch
Original Language: en

Keywords

italy, fairy tale, dna, arranged marriage, art, circus freak, noblewoman, nobleman, hypertrichosis, 16th century, catherine de' medici

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Real Beauty and the Beast about?
It's a condition known as "hypertrichosis" or "Ambras Syndrome," but in the 1500s it would transform one man into a national sensation and iconic fairy-tale character. His name: Petrus Gonsalvus, more commonly known today as the hairy hero of Beauty and the Beast.
Who directed The Real Beauty and the Beast?
The Real Beauty and the Beast was directed by Julian Pölsler.
Who stars in The Real Beauty and the Beast?
The Real Beauty and the Beast stars Robert Leigh, Paul Kreshker, Robin Lee, Stephan Hofstetter-Ebner, Danijel Zivkovic, Jelena Živković.
How long is The Real Beauty and the Beast?
The Real Beauty and the Beast has a runtime of 46m (46 minutes).
What genre is The Real Beauty and the Beast?
The Real Beauty and the Beast is a Documentary film.
Where was The Real Beauty and the Beast produced?
The Real Beauty and the Beast was produced in Germany.