Acera, or the Witches' Dance
Originally released in 1972. Acera, or the Witches' Dance is a documentary film. directed by Jean Painlevé. At just 13 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
In mud flats along the coast of Brittany we watch acera, small ball-shaped mollusks that are about two inches in diameter. They rest in mud; then, in water, they dance, their skirt-like hood spreading like a dervish's cassock. They spin and spin. The film adds musical accompaniment. We watch them mate and secrete eggs: acera are both male and female, and can form chains with other acera in which they simultaneously mate as a male and as a female. The eggs hatch, and the cycle begins again.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1972
54 years ago
Runtime
0h 13m
13 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (17 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Acera, or the Witches' Dance about?
In mud flats along the coast of Brittany we watch acera, small ball-shaped mollusks that are about two inches in diameter. They rest in mud; then, in water, they dance, their skirt-like hood spread...
Who directed Acera, or the Witches' Dance?
Acera, or the Witches' Dance was directed by Jean Painlevé.
How long is Acera, or the Witches' Dance?
Acera, or the Witches' Dance has a runtime of 0 hours and 13 minutes (13 minutes total).
When was Acera, or the Witches' Dance released?
Acera, or the Witches' Dance was released on January 1, 1972 in theaters.