TransAtlantique
Synopsis
On the last voyage of the Italian ocean liner EUGENIO C. from Genoa to Rio de Janeiro, Zurich-based ethnologist Roger Wiedmer meets Brazilian Zaira Gelbert. He wants to repeat the journey to the Indians of the Amazon described by Claude Lévy-Strauss in "Tristes Tropiques" some forty years later and begins with the first chapter: "La fin des voyages." Zaira Gelbert returns to her roots in her homeland after a two-year stay in Europe. The love story between the two—which lasts the eleven days of the crossing—becomes a dialogue between two cultures. The encounter with Zaira opens Roger's eyes. Now he perceives the sea, the ship, and above all the passengers with their stories. He meets emigrants, poets, first-class passengers, tourists, crew members, priests. A stowaway is also traveling with them.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Hans-Ulrich Schlumpf
- Original Score
- Baden Powell
- Original Title
- TransAtlantique
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Hans-Ulrich Schlumpf
Baden Powell
Pio Corradi
George Reinhart
Department Leadership Roster
Hans-Ulrich Schlumpf
Director
Pio Corradi
Director of Photography
George Reinhart
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About TransAtlantique
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is TransAtlantique about?
On the last voyage of the Italian ocean liner EUGENIO C. from Genoa to Rio de Janeiro, Zurich-based ethnologist Roger Wiedmer meets Brazilian Zaira Gelbert. He wants to repeat the journey to the Indians of the Amazon described by Claude Lévy-Strauss in "Tristes Tropiques" some forty years later and begins with the first chapter: "La fin des voyages." Zaira Gelbert returns to her roots in her homeland after a two-year stay in Europe. The love story between the two—which lasts the eleven days of the crossing—becomes a dialogue between two cultures. The encounter with Zaira opens Roger's eyes. Now he perceives the sea, the ship, and above all the passengers with their stories. He meets emigrants, poets, first-class passengers, tourists, crew members, priests. A stowaway is also traveling with them.
Who directed TransAtlantique?
TransAtlantique was directed by Hans-Ulrich Schlumpf.
Who stars in TransAtlantique?
The principal cast of TransAtlantique includes Zaira Zambelli, Roger Jendly, Renate Schroeter, Balz Raz.
When was TransAtlantique released and how long is it?
TransAtlantique was released in 1983 with a total runtime of Unknown.
Who composed the musical score for TransAtlantique?
The original motion picture soundtrack for TransAtlantique was composed by Baden Powell.