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Cocteau and Company

Cocteau et compagnie

Synopsis

Jean-Paul Fargier's documentary is a montage of animated images, numerous drawings and interviews with Jean Cocteau (1889-1963), interspersed with filmed archives of personalities he met with the aim of telling us about the explosive and prodigious life of this poet whose thirst for discovery and knowledge led him to connect with all the arts: the visual arts, literature and poetry, cinema and theater, dance and music. This eclecticism was fueled throughout his life by a profusion of artistic and romantic encounters, from Stravinsky to Picasso , from Coco Chanel to Colette , from Raymond Radiguet to Jean Marais . This whirlwind of social events, this artistic profusion inspired this documentary, in light of a large number of archives that make us revisit the artistic and Parisian life of the time. A multiple work, a life that contains several.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Jean-Paul Fargier
Original Title
Cocteau et compagnie
Country of Origin
France
Spoken Languages
French
Runtime
52m
Production Studios
Cinétévé, France•5, TV5 Monde

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jean-Paul Fargier

Department Leadership Roster

Jean-Paul Fargier

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Cocteau and Company.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cocteau and Company

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Cocteau and Company about?

Jean-Paul Fargier's documentary is a montage of animated images, numerous drawings and interviews with Jean Cocteau (1889-1963), interspersed with filmed archives of personalities he met with the aim of telling us about the explosive and prodigious life of this poet whose thirst for discovery and knowledge led him to connect with all the arts: the visual arts, literature and poetry, cinema and theater, dance and music. This eclecticism was fueled throughout his life by a profusion of artistic and romantic encounters, from Stravinsky to Picasso , from Coco Chanel to Colette , from Raymond Radiguet to Jean Marais . This whirlwind of social events, this artistic profusion inspired this documentary, in light of a large number of archives that make us revisit the artistic and Parisian life of the time. A multiple work, a life that contains several.

Who directed Cocteau and Company?

Cocteau and Company was directed by Jean-Paul Fargier.

Who stars in Cocteau and Company?

The principal cast of Cocteau and Company includes Jean Cocteau.

When was Cocteau and Company released and how long is it?

Cocteau and Company was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 52m.