The Extraordinary Child
Synopsis
The Extraordinary Child applies his developing style to broad slapstick. His friends from the previous films and the director himself play out a riotous farce about an overgrown baby who steals his father’s cigars. Everyone mugs hilariously. The movie could be taken as another example of the Romantic notion of the artist as a monstrous child or misfit, or a parody of the same rather than the personal confessional statement seen so often in these film movements.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 12, 1954
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stan Brakhage
- Screenplay & Story
- Stan Brakhage
- Original Title
- The Extraordinary Child
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 13m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
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Editor
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What is The Extraordinary Child about?
The Extraordinary Child applies his developing style to broad slapstick. His friends from the previous films and the director himself play out a riotous farce about an overgrown baby who steals his father’s cigars. Everyone mugs hilariously. The movie could be taken as another example of the Romantic notion of the artist as a monstrous child or misfit, or a parody of the same rather than the personal confessional statement seen so often in these film movements.
Who directed The Extraordinary Child?
The Extraordinary Child was directed by Stan Brakhage.
Who stars in The Extraordinary Child?
The principal cast of The Extraordinary Child includes Robert Benson, Stan Brakhage, Yvonne Fair, Lawrence Jordan, Walter Newcomb.
When was The Extraordinary Child released and how long is it?
The Extraordinary Child was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 13m.