Orpheus (1950)
A famous poet in postwar Paris, scorned by the Left Bank youth, is in love with both his wife Eurydice and a mysterious princess. Seeking inspiration, the poet becomes obsessed and follows the princess from the world of the living to the land of the dead.
Director: Jean Cocteau
Genre: Romance, Fantasy, Drama
Runtime: 95 min
Release Date: September 29, 1950
Cast
- Jean Marais - Orphée
- François Périer - Heurtebise
- María Casares - Death
- Marie Déa - Eurydice
- Henri Crémieux - Editor
- Juliette Gréco - Aglaonice
- Roger Blin - The Poet
- Edouard Dermithe - Jacques Cégeste
- André Carnège - Judge
- René Worms - Judge
Screenplay
Music: Georges Auric
Cinematography: Nicolas Hayer
Editing: Jacqueline Sadoul
Production: Films du Palais Royal, Andre Paulve Film
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Themes
Mythic God and Mortal Messenger, Mythology and Ancient Legends
Keywords
paris, france, mythology, poet, greek mythology, romantic poet, orpheus
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Orpheus about?
- A famous poet in postwar Paris, scorned by the Left Bank youth, is in love with both his wife Eurydice and a mysterious princess. Seeking inspiration, the poet becomes obsessed and follows the princess from the world of the living to the land of the dead.
- Who directed Orpheus?
- Orpheus was directed by Jean Cocteau.
- Who stars in Orpheus?
- Orpheus stars Jean Marais, François Périer, María Casares, Marie Déa, Henri Crémieux, Juliette Gréco.
- How long is Orpheus?
- Orpheus has a runtime of 1h 35m (95 minutes).
- What genre is Orpheus?
- Orpheus is a Romance, Fantasy, Drama film.
- Where was Orpheus produced?
- Orpheus was produced in France.
- What are the themes of Orpheus?
- The themes of Orpheus include: Mythic God and Mortal Messenger, Mythology and Ancient Legends.