The Velvet Queen
La Panthère des neiges
Synopsis
High up on the Tibetan plateau. Amongst unexplored and inaccessible valleys lies one of the last sanctuaries of the wild world, where rare and undiscovered fauna lives. Vincent Munier, one of the world’s most renowned wildlife photographers takes the adventurer and novelist Sylvain Tesson (In the Forest of Siberia) with him on his latest mission. For several weeks, they’ll explore these valleys searching for unique animals and try to spot the snow leopard, one of the rarest and most difficult big cats to approach.
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The Velvet Queen - Official Trailer - English Sub TitleOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-11-18
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Vancouver International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
April 19, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marie Amiguet, Vincent Munier
- Screenplay & Story
- Marie Amiguet, Vincent Munier
- Original Score
- Warren Ellis, Nick Cave
- Original Title
- La Panthère des neiges
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, French, Tibetan
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Paprika Films, Oscilloscope
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marie Amiguet, Vincent Munier
Marie Amiguet, Vincent Munier
Warren Ellis, Nick Cave
Marie Amiguet, Vincent Munier, Léo-Pol Jacquot
Vincent Schmitt
Laurent Baujard, Pierre-Emmanuel Fleurantin, Vincent Munier
Department Leadership Roster
Warren Ellis
Original Music Composer
Nick Cave
Original Music Composer
Vincent Schmitt
Editor
Marie Amiguet
Writer
Marie Amiguet
Director
Vincent Munier
Writer
Vincent Munier
Director
Marie Amiguet
Director of Photography
Vincent Munier
Director of Photography
Léo-Pol Jacquot
Director of Photography
Laurent Baujard
Producer
Pierre-Emmanuel Fleurantin
Producer
Vincent Munier
Producer
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
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What is The Velvet Queen about?
High up on the Tibetan plateau. Amongst unexplored and inaccessible valleys lies one of the last sanctuaries of the wild world, where rare and undiscovered fauna lives. Vincent Munier, one of the world’s most renowned wildlife photographers takes the adventurer and novelist Sylvain Tesson (In the Forest of Siberia) with him on his latest mission. For several weeks, they’ll explore these valleys searching for unique animals and try to spot the snow leopard, one of the rarest and most difficult big cats to approach.
Who directed The Velvet Queen?
The Velvet Queen was directed by Marie Amiguet, Vincent Munier.
Who stars in The Velvet Queen?
The principal cast of The Velvet Queen includes Vincent Munier, Sylvain Tesson, Marie Amiguet.
When was The Velvet Queen released and how long is it?
The Velvet Queen was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for The Velvet Queen?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Velvet Queen was composed by Warren Ellis, Nick Cave.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Velvet Queen?
The Velvet Queen holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.); FR: TP; GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.).