Paul Bowles: Half Moon
Paul Bowles – Halbmond
Synopsis
Three short films based on short stories by expatriate American novelist Paul Bowles capture the sense of loss and alienation so common in his works. "Merkala Beach" follows the dissolution of a friendship after a pretty face enters the picture; "Call at Corazon" traces a newlywed couple's challenges while cruising up the Amazon River; and "Allal" chronicles the extraordinary transformation of an Indian boy who befriends a cobra.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
January 16, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Irene von Alberti, Frieder Schlaich
- Screenplay & Story
- Frieder Schlaich, Irene von Alberti
- Original Title
- Paul Bowles – Halbmond
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Filmgalerie 451
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Irene von Alberti, Frieder Schlaich
Frieder Schlaich, Irene von Alberti, Paul Bowles
Volker Tittel
Department Leadership Roster
Irene von Alberti
Director
Frieder Schlaich
Director
Frieder Schlaich
Screenplay
Volker Tittel
Director of Photography
Irene von Alberti
Screenplay
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What is Paul Bowles: Half Moon about?
Three short films based on short stories by expatriate American novelist Paul Bowles capture the sense of loss and alienation so common in his works. "Merkala Beach" follows the dissolution of a friendship after a pretty face enters the picture; "Call at Corazon" traces a newlywed couple's challenges while cruising up the Amazon River; and "Allal" chronicles the extraordinary transformation of an Indian boy who befriends a cobra.
Who directed Paul Bowles: Half Moon?
Paul Bowles: Half Moon was directed by Irene von Alberti, Frieder Schlaich.
Who stars in Paul Bowles: Half Moon?
The principal cast of Paul Bowles: Half Moon includes Sondos Belhassen, Samir Guesmi, Veronica Quilligan, Paul Bowles.
When was Paul Bowles: Half Moon released and how long is it?
Paul Bowles: Half Moon was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Is Paul Bowles: Half Moon based on a book or true story?
Paul Bowles: Half Moon is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Paul Bowles".