Soundtrack: Igor Stravinsky

Direction Jacques Rivette

Cast Michel Piccoli · Emmanuelle Béart · Jane Birkin · Marianne Denicourt

Synopsis The Beautiful Troublemaker (1991) follows the story of a celebrated painter who, after a decade-long break, finds his creative spark reignited by a young artist and the young artist's lover, played by Beart. This individual becomes the muse for the...

Direction James Algar · Samuel Armstrong · Ford Beebe Jr. · Norman Ferguson

Cast Leopold Stokowski · Deems Taylor

Synopsis Fantasia (1940) is a groundbreaking Disney film that features a symphony of classical music brought to life through captivating animation. Under the direction of Leopold Stokowski, the film showcases a variety of musical masterpieces, including Tchaikovsky's enchanting "The Nutcracker Suite,"...

Direction H.G. Clouzot

Cast Brigitte Bardot · Sami Frey · Charles Vanel · Marie-José Nat

Synopsis The Truth (1960) follows the gripping courtroom drama of Dominique Marceau, who stands accused of murdering Gilbert Tellier. The legal battle unfolds as attorneys fiercely debate the motives behind the crime, questioning whether it was a calculated act or a...

Direction Bruno Bozzetto

Cast Marialuisa Giovannini · Néstor Garay · Maurizio Micheli · Mirella Falco

Synopsis Not too much happy (Allegro non troppo) (1977) follows a passionate filmmaker who believes he has conceived a groundbreaking concept: animating classical music. However, he is disheartened to learn that an American named "Prisney" has already executed a similar idea....

Direction Eric Goldberg · James Algar · Gaëtan Brizzi · Paul Brizzi

Synopsis Fantasia 2000 (1999) showcases innovative interpretations of renowned musical masterpieces. The journey commences with an ethereal clash of light and shadow, synchronized with the powerful rhythms of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony. Following this, we embark on the aquatic adventures of a...

Direction Liv Ullmann

Cast Karen-Lise Mynster · Ghita Nørby · Erland Josephson · Jesper Christensen

Synopsis Sofie (Sophie) (1992) unfolds over two decades, from 1886 to 1907, chronicling the life of Sofie, a Jewish woman in her late twenties residing in Copenhagen with her caring parents. Sofie's life takes a turn when she encounters Hans Hojby,...

Direction Ermanno Olmi

Cast Rutger Hauer · Anthony Quayle · Sandrine Dumas · Jean-Maurice Chanet

Synopsis The Legend of the Holy Drinker (1988) follows the journey of a Polish man who finds himself rescued from a life of poverty and despair by an anonymous benefactor. The narrative delves into the challenges he encounters as he strives...

Direction Juan Pablo Etcheverry

Direction Lionel Baier

Cast Robin Harsch · Natacha Koutchoumov · Elodie Weber · Georges-Henri Dépraz

Synopsis Another Man (2008) delves into the psychological complexities of a budding film critic who becomes captivated by the allure of a seasoned female colleague. This thought-provoking narrative explores the intricacies of film criticism while also delving into an intense and...

Direction Joseph Strick

Cast Shelley Winters · Peter Falk · Lee Grant · Peter Brocco

Synopsis The Balcony (1963) delves into the chaotic world of a seedy brothel where the inhabitants are drawn into a violent uprising, as depicted in this stylized political satire based on Jean Genet's play. Shelley Winters portrays the brothel's stern madam,...

Direction Timothy Quay · Stephen Quay

Synopsis Igor Stravinsky: The Paris Years Chez Pleyel 1920-1929 (1982) delves into a fascinating period of Igor Stravinsky's life, focusing on his time in Paris during the 1920s. The film captures a memorable encounter where Vladimir Mayakovsky, the renowned Bolshevik poet...

Direction Lewis Klahr

Synopsis Altair (S) (1995) is a captivating 8-minute color-noir collage crafted by Klahr, drawing inspiration from the late-1940s issues of Cosmopolitan. This short film masterfully evokes feelings of claustrophobia and dread, enhanced by the haunting melodies of Stravinsky's "The Firebird.

Direction Chris Marker

Synopsis Slon Tango (S) (1990) presents a captivating and unusual visual experience by combining the graceful movements of an elephant navigating its zoo enclosure with the sophisticated melodies of Stravinsky's music. The documentary masterfully blends the heavy, deliberate steps of the...

Direction PES

Synopsis Dogs of War (S) (1998) is an Oscar-nominated director PES's debut live-action short film. The movie was captured during the summer of 1998 in the historic cemetery located in Hackettstown, New Jersey. The inspiration for the film came from a...

Direction Peter Schamoni

Direction Rosa von Praunheim

Cast Luzi Kryn · Dietmar Kracht · Steven Adamczewski

Synopsis Die Bettwurst (1971) is a film that revolves around an unexpected romantic encounter. The story unfolds when an older secretary named Luzi crosses paths with a young, jobless individual named Dietmar. Their chance meeting sparks an immediate connection, leading to...

Direction Maurice Béjart

Cast Tania Bari · Germinal Casado

Synopsis Le sacre du printemps (TV) (1970) portrays a tale set in ancient Russia, focusing on the kidnapping and ritual sacrifice of a young woman during the early days of spring. The maiden is compelled to dance until exhaustion and death,...

Direction Michael Birkett

Cast Robert Helpmann · Svetlana Beriosova · Brian Phelan

Synopsis The Soldier's Tale (1964) is a captivating blend of narrative, melodrama, and ballet, serving as a showcase for some of Igor Stravinsky's most remarkable compositions. This exceptional film adaptation features unique footage of the Royal Ballet's Svetlana Beriosova, who delivers...

Direction Mayya Buzinova · Iosif Douksha

Direction Vladimir Samsonov

Synopsis The Firebird (1984) is a captivating Russian animated film produced by the Ekran studio, drawing inspiration from Igor Stravinsky's renowned ballet "The Firebird" and a beloved Russian folktale. This enchanting adaptation brings to life the timeless story with vivid animation...