The Guardian of Camargue (1910)
This charming short film was shot in the Camargue, probably in the same place where Jean Durand filmed his cowboy movies. The plot is very simple. A guardian falls in love with a Parisian. Desperate, he commits suicide when she returns to the capital. But, as always with Perret, we appreciate the framing, the skilful use of the exteriors and the documentary side of life of the time. We see the young Arlesianas in traditional dress go out to collect almonds and return with their baskets to the city. The actor in the role of the guardian overreacts, imitating bombastic despair. But the finale, in which he rides a horse through the waves to find the rest of death, preserves its charm intact. Perret knows how to set the rhythm of a sequence and give it the necessary atmosphere.
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Keywords
silent film, short film
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Guardian of Camargue about?
- This charming short film was shot in the Camargue, probably in the same place where Jean Durand filmed his cowboy movies. The plot is very simple. A guardian falls in love with a Parisian. Desperate, he commits suicide when she returns to the capital. But, as always with Perret, we appreciate the framing, the skilful use of the exteriors and the documentary side of life of the time. We see the young Arlesianas in traditional dress go out to collect almonds and return with their baskets to the city. The actor in the role of the guardian overreacts, imitating bombastic despair. But the finale, in which he rides a horse through the waves to find the rest of death, preserves its charm intact. Perret knows how to set the rhythm of a sequence and give it the necessary atmosphere.
- Who directed The Guardian of Camargue?
- The Guardian of Camargue was directed by Léonce Perret.
- Who stars in The Guardian of Camargue?
- The Guardian of Camargue stars Joë Hamman, Renée Carl.
- How long is The Guardian of Camargue?
- The Guardian of Camargue has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
- What genre is The Guardian of Camargue?
- The Guardian of Camargue is a Romance, Drama film.
- Where was The Guardian of Camargue produced?
- The Guardian of Camargue was produced in France.