The Mystery of Picasso
Le Mystère Picasso
Synopsis
Using a specially designed transparent 'canvas' to provide an unobstructed view, Picasso creates as the camera rolls. He begins with simple works that take shape after only a single brush stroke. He then progresses to more complex paintings, in which he repeatedly adds and removes elements, transforming the entire scene at will, until at last the work is complete.
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Mystery of Picasso
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-01-27
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 7, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Henri-Georges Clouzot
- Screenplay & Story
- Henri-Georges Clouzot
- Original Score
- Georges Auric
- Original Title
- Le Mystère Picasso
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Studios
- Filmsonor
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henri-Georges Clouzot
Henri-Georges Clouzot
Georges Auric
Claude Renoir
Henri Colpi
Henri-Georges Clouzot
Department Leadership Roster
Henri-Georges Clouzot
Director
Claude Renoir
Director of Photography
Henri-Georges Clouzot
Writer
Henri Colpi
Editor
Henri-Georges Clouzot
Producer
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What is The Mystery of Picasso about?
Using a specially designed transparent 'canvas' to provide an unobstructed view, Picasso creates as the camera rolls. He begins with simple works that take shape after only a single brush stroke. He then progresses to more complex paintings, in which he repeatedly adds and removes elements, transforming the entire scene at will, until at last the work is complete.
Who directed The Mystery of Picasso?
The Mystery of Picasso was directed by Henri-Georges Clouzot.
Who stars in The Mystery of Picasso?
The principal cast of The Mystery of Picasso includes Pablo Picasso, Henri-Georges Clouzot, Claude Renoir.
When was The Mystery of Picasso released and how long is it?
The Mystery of Picasso was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.
Who composed the musical score for The Mystery of Picasso?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Mystery of Picasso was composed by Georges Auric.