Ravissement
Synopsis
A small, empty boudoir slowly becomes populated by a series of young women, their still and open expressions gradually engulfing the screen, as a nun narrates an account of religious rapture. Belgian filmmaker Olivier Smolders continues a brilliant exploration of religious ecstasy, figured in and epitomized by the erotic, death-defying gaze of the camera lens, in this sublime black-and-white treatment set to excerpts from the theological writings of Saint Teresa of Avila.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Olivier Smolders
- Screenplay & Story
- Marquis de Sade
- Original Title
- Ravissement
- Country of Origin
- Belgium
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 7m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Olivier Smolders
Marquis de Sade
Department Leadership Roster
Olivier Smolders
Director
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What is Ravissement about?
A small, empty boudoir slowly becomes populated by a series of young women, their still and open expressions gradually engulfing the screen, as a nun narrates an account of religious rapture. Belgian filmmaker Olivier Smolders continues a brilliant exploration of religious ecstasy, figured in and epitomized by the erotic, death-defying gaze of the camera lens, in this sublime black-and-white treatment set to excerpts from the theological writings of Saint Teresa of Avila.
Who directed Ravissement?
Ravissement was directed by Olivier Smolders.
Who stars in Ravissement?
The principal cast of Ravissement includes Not specified.
When was Ravissement released and how long is it?
Ravissement was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 7m.
Is Ravissement based on a book or true story?
Ravissement is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Marquis de Sade".