The Crazy Ray
Paris qui dort
Synopsis
A night watchman on the Eiffel Tower wakes up to find the entire population of the city frozen in place.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
First US screening at the Museum of Modern Art Film Library
Festival / Special Debut
March 5, 1938
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 24, 2002
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- René Clair
- Screenplay & Story
- René Clair
- Original Score
- Jean Wiener
- Original Title
- Paris qui dort
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- Films Diamant
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
René Clair
René Clair
Jean Wiener
Maurice Desfassiaux
René Clair
René Clair, Henri Diamant-Berger
Department Leadership Roster
René Clair
Director
René Clair
Writer
Maurice Desfassiaux
Director of Photography
Jean Wiener
Original Music Composer
René Clair
Editor
René Clair
Producer
Henri Diamant-Berger
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Crazy Ray
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Crazy Ray about?
A night watchman on the Eiffel Tower wakes up to find the entire population of the city frozen in place.
Who directed The Crazy Ray?
The Crazy Ray was directed by René Clair.
Who stars in The Crazy Ray?
The principal cast of The Crazy Ray includes Henri Rollan, Madeleine Rodrigue, Albert Préjean, Charles Martinelli, Marcel Vallée.
When was The Crazy Ray released and how long is it?
The Crazy Ray was released in 1925 with a total runtime of 59m.
Who composed the musical score for The Crazy Ray?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Crazy Ray was composed by Jean Wiener.