Cremaster 5
Synopsis
CREMASTER 5 is a five-act opera (sung in Hungarian) set in late-ninteenth century Budapest. The last film in the series, it represents the moment when the testicles are finally released and sexual differentiation is fully attained. The lamenting tone of the opera suggests that Barney invisions this as a moment of tragedy and loss. The primary character is the Queen of Chain (played by Ursula Andress). Barney, himself, plays three characters who appear in the mind of the Queen: her Diva, Magician, and Giant. The Magician is a stand-in for Harry Houdini, who was born in Budapest in 1874 and appears as a recurring character in the Cremaster cycle.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 24, 1997
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Matthew Barney
- Screenplay & Story
- Matthew Barney
- Original Score
- Jonathan Bepler
- Original Title
- Cremaster 5
- Country of Origin
- Hungary, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Hungarian
- Runtime
- 55m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Matthew Barney
Matthew Barney
Jonathan Bepler
Peter Strietmann
Matthew Barney, Barbara Gladstone
Department Leadership Roster
Matthew Barney
Writer
Matthew Barney
Director
Matthew Barney
Producer
Barbara Gladstone
Producer
Peter Strietmann
Director of Photography
Jonathan Bepler
Original Music Composer
Linda LaBelle
Costume Design
Karen Young
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What is Cremaster 5 about?
CREMASTER 5 is a five-act opera (sung in Hungarian) set in late-ninteenth century Budapest. The last film in the series, it represents the moment when the testicles are finally released and sexual differentiation is fully attained. The lamenting tone of the opera suggests that Barney invisions this as a moment of tragedy and loss. The primary character is the Queen of Chain (played by Ursula Andress). Barney, himself, plays three characters who appear in the mind of the Queen: her Diva, Magician, and Giant. The Magician is a stand-in for Harry Houdini, who was born in Budapest in 1874 and appears as a recurring character in the Cremaster cycle.
Who directed Cremaster 5?
Cremaster 5 was directed by Matthew Barney.
Who stars in Cremaster 5?
The principal cast of Cremaster 5 includes Ursula Andress, Matthew Barney, Joanne Rha, Susan Rha, Amy Chiang.
When was Cremaster 5 released and how long is it?
Cremaster 5 was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 55m.
Who composed the musical score for Cremaster 5?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Cremaster 5 was composed by Jonathan Bepler.