En Compagnie d'Antonin Artaud

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This French film offers a powerful fictionalized account of renowned French poet, actor, and intellectual Antonin Artaud who in life walked a fine, often blurred line between genius and insanity. It is told from the viewpoint of Artaud's intimate friend, student, and pusher, the poet Jacques Prevel. The story begins in late Spring 1946 as Artaud is released from a Rodez asylum where he stayed for nine years. He returns to Paris where Prevel, eager to resume their mentor student relationship, patiently waits. The ...
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This French film offers a powerful fictionalized account of renowned French poet, actor, and intellectual Antonin Artaud who in life walked a fine, often blurred line between genius and insanity. It is told from the viewpoint of Artaud's intimate friend, student, and pusher, the poet Jacques Prevel. The story begins in late Spring 1946 as Artaud is released from a Rodez asylum where he stayed for nine years. He returns to Paris where Prevel, eager to resume their mentor student relationship, patiently waits. The last two years of Artaud's life provide the focus for much of the film.
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Product Details

  • Release Date: 11/24/1998
  • UPC: 720917012131
  • Original Release: 1994

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  • Source: Fox Lorber
  • Format: VHS

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits
Sami Frey Antonin Artaud
Marc Barbé Jacques Prevel
Julie Jezequel Jarry
Valerie Jeannet
Clotilde de Bayser Martine
Dan Franck
Luc Thuillier
Technical Credits
Gerard Mordillat Director, Screenwriter
Jacques Prevel Director
Maud Baron Makeup
Francois Catonné Cinematographer
Christophe Cheysson Asst. Director
Jean-Pierre Clech Art Director
Dominique Dalmasso Musical Direction/Supervision, Sound/Sound Designer
Caroline de Vivaise Costumes/Costume Designer
Georges Demetreau Special Effects
Denis Freyd Producer
Gerard Guerin Associate Producer
Pierre Lorrain Sound/Sound Designer
Jean-Claude Petit Score Composer
Jerome Prieur Associate Producer, Screenwriter
Sophie Rouffio Editor
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