Gaston Méliès and his Wandering Star Film Company
Synopsis
In 1912-1913, movie pioneer Gaston Méliès, brother of Georges Méliès, did a ten month long trip around Asia-Pacific, shooting both documentaries and fictions on location in Polynesia, New Zealand, Australia, Java, Singapore, Cambodia and Japan. He wanted the “real” thing” he filmed, with the locals, being one of the first to give Polynesians, Maoris, Aborigines and Khmers a chance to appear on screen. His hybrid cinema dealt with questions of alterity, identity and representation.
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Gaston Méliès and his Wandering Star Film Company Trailer | SGIFF 2015
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-10-20
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Explore Star Directory →Release History & Theatrical Window
October 9, 2005
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Raphaël Millet
- Screenplay & Story
- Raphaël Millet
- Original Score
- Wei Yong Teo
- Original Title
- Gaston Méliès and his Wandering Star Film Company
- Country of Origin
- France, Singapore
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- Nocturnes Productions, La Cinémathèque Française
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Raphaël Millet
Raphaël Millet
Wei Yong Teo
Julien Selleron
Bertrand Amiot
Olivier Bohler
Department Leadership Roster
Raphaël Millet
Writer
Raphaël Millet
Director
Bertrand Amiot
Editor
Julien Selleron
Director of Photography
Olivier Bohler
Producer
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Gaston Méliès and his Wandering Star Film Company about?
In 1912-1913, movie pioneer Gaston Méliès, brother of Georges Méliès, did a ten month long trip around Asia-Pacific, shooting both documentaries and fictions on location in Polynesia, New Zealand, Australia, Java, Singapore, Cambodia and Japan. He wanted the “real” thing” he filmed, with the locals, being one of the first to give Polynesians, Maoris, Aborigines and Khmers a chance to appear on screen. His hybrid cinema dealt with questions of alterity, identity and representation.
Who directed Gaston Méliès and his Wandering Star Film Company?
Gaston Méliès and his Wandering Star Film Company was directed by Raphaël Millet.
Who stars in Gaston Méliès and his Wandering Star Film Company?
The principal cast of Gaston Méliès and his Wandering Star Film Company includes Gaston Méliès.
When was Gaston Méliès and his Wandering Star Film Company released and how long is it?
Gaston Méliès and his Wandering Star Film Company was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 52m.
Who composed the musical score for Gaston Méliès and his Wandering Star Film Company?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Gaston Méliès and his Wandering Star Film Company was composed by Wei Yong Teo.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Gaston Méliès and his Wandering Star Film Company?
Gaston Méliès and his Wandering Star Film Company holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).