Mathusalem
Originally released in 1927. Mathusalem is a feature film. directed by Jean Painlevé. At just 9 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Antonin Artaud, Marcel Barencey, and Henri Marchand
Synopsis
Mathusalem (or Methuselah) is a 1922 play by Ivan Goll, considered a precursor of the theater of the absurd. The 1927 run of the play saw five sequences-- some of Jean Painlevé's earliest film work-- projected against a backdrop of white clouds.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 6, 1927
98 years ago
Runtime
0h 9m
9 minutes total
User Rating
4.6/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mathusalem about?
Mathusalem (or Methuselah) is a 1922 play by Ivan Goll, considered a precursor of the theater of the absurd. The 1927 run of the play saw five sequences-- some of Jean Painlevé's earliest film wor...
Who directed Mathusalem?
Mathusalem was directed by Jean Painlevé.
How long is Mathusalem?
Mathusalem has a runtime of 0 hours and 9 minutes (9 minutes total).
When was Mathusalem released?
Mathusalem was released on November 6, 1927 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Mathusalem?
The main cast of Mathusalem includes Antonin Artaud, Marcel Barencey, Henri Marchand, Jean Painlevé.