Cristaux
Synopsis
The tetralogy pieces are dominated by the concept and presence of death, foreclosure, fetal vertigo. As such, CRISTAUX is a real descent into an inner labyrinth, which we do not know if it is organic or cultural. At the same time, the film contains a dialectical break that initiates other semantic directions in Hernandez's work. Under the influence of Michel NEDJAR, the filmmaker abandons his traditional method of editing based on rushes. The operation is now completed inside the camera, filming. This more flexible way of proceeding ("the camera must become a second eye") is already reflected in the clear openings of Lacrima Christi: the Christian myth seems to be on the way to exorcising. The pantheistic intoxication - close to that evoked by Nietzsche - seizes places, objects and participants.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Théâtre de Poche, Bienne
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Teo Hernández
- Screenplay & Story
- Teo Hernández
- Original Score
- Jakobois
- Original Title
- Cristaux
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Teo Hernández
Teo Hernández
Jakobois
Teo Hernández
Teo Hernández
Department Leadership Roster
Teo Hernández
Director
Teo Hernández
Producer
Teo Hernández
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cristaux
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What is Cristaux about?
The tetralogy pieces are dominated by the concept and presence of death, foreclosure, fetal vertigo. As such, CRISTAUX is a real descent into an inner labyrinth, which we do not know if it is organic or cultural. At the same time, the film contains a dialectical break that initiates other semantic directions in Hernandez's work. Under the influence of Michel NEDJAR, the filmmaker abandons his traditional method of editing based on rushes. The operation is now completed inside the camera, filming. This more flexible way of proceeding ("the camera must become a second eye") is already reflected in the clear openings of Lacrima Christi: the Christian myth seems to be on the way to exorcising. The pantheistic intoxication - close to that evoked by Nietzsche - seizes places, objects and participants.
Who directed Cristaux?
Cristaux was directed by Teo Hernández.
Who stars in Cristaux?
The principal cast of Cristaux includes Michel Nedjar, Gaël Badaud.
When was Cristaux released and how long is it?
Cristaux was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Cristaux?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Cristaux was composed by Jakobois.