The Cock Crew (1998)

The Cock Crew (1998) poster

The scene is a small paper-producing factory presided over by the shiftless Ari and his long-suffering wife Taryn. Employees include Sybill and Windy, pale young women who toil endlessly at the pulp vats, and the more mature Helen, who is past breeding age. As Ari sits astride his beloved chimney, a Care-Giving Woman appears and offers a rooster to Taryn. The crows of this beast cause ecstatic, erotic disquietude in anyone within ear-shot. The cottage becomes a tropical whirlwind of desire until Helen manages to drown the rooster in the bubbling pulp.

Director: Guy Maddin
Runtime: 5 min
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Editing: Guy Maddin
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Guy Maddin

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Cock Crew about?
The scene is a small paper-producing factory presided over by the shiftless Ari and his long-suffering wife Taryn. Employees include Sybill and Windy, pale young women who toil endlessly at the pulp vats, and the more mature Helen, who is past breeding age. As Ari sits astride his beloved chimney, a Care-Giving Woman appears and offers a rooster to Taryn. The crows of this beast cause ecstatic, erotic disquietude in anyone within ear-shot. The cottage becomes a tropical whirlwind of desire until Helen manages to drown the rooster in the bubbling pulp.
Who directed The Cock Crew?
The Cock Crew was directed by Guy Maddin.
Who stars in The Cock Crew?
The Cock Crew stars Darcy Fehr, Megan McIvor, Krista Morrison, Micheline Marchildon, Rachel Toles, Michael Powell.
How long is The Cock Crew?
The Cock Crew has a runtime of 5m (5 minutes).