Entr'acte
Originally released in 1924. Entr'acte is a comedy/fantasy film. directed by René Clair. At just 22 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jean Börlin, Inge Frïss, and Marcel Duchamp
Synopsis
Stop-motion photography blends with extreme slow-motion in Clair's first and most 'dada' film, composed of a series of zany, interconnected scenes. We witness a rooftop chess match between Marcel Duchamp and Man Ray, a hearse pulled by a camel (and chased by its pallbearers) and a dizzying roller coaster finale. A film of contradictions and agreements.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 4, 1924
101 years ago
Runtime
0h 22m
22 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (145 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jean Börlin
as Hunter / Magician
Inge Frïss
as Bearded ballet dancer
Marcel Duchamp
as Chess player, black set
Man Ray
as Chess player, white set
Francis Picabia
as A man loading the cannon
Darius Milhaud
Marcel Achard
as A man following the hearse (uncredited)
Georges Auric
as A man following the hearse (uncredited)
Georges Charensol
as A man following the hearse (uncredited)
Georges Lacombe
as A man following the hearse (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Les Ballets Suedois
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Entr'acte about?
Stop-motion photography blends with extreme slow-motion in Clair's first and most 'dada' film, composed of a series of zany, interconnected scenes. We witness a rooftop chess match between Marcel D...
Who directed Entr'acte?
Entr'acte was directed by René Clair.
How long is Entr'acte?
Entr'acte has a runtime of 0 hours and 22 minutes (22 minutes total).
When was Entr'acte released?
Entr'acte was released on December 4, 1924 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Entr'acte?
The main cast of Entr'acte includes Jean Börlin, Inge Frïss, Marcel Duchamp, Man Ray, Francis Picabia.
Is Entr'acte worth watching?
Entr'acte has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 145 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.