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Alchemical Furnace (2020): Cast

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Alchemical Furnace is a 2020 documentary directed by Adam Oľha and Jan Daňhel, starring Jan Švankmajer and Andrew Hawkins. It runs 1 hour 57 minutes.

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Alchemical Furnace (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 57m (117 min)
Directors
Adam Oľha and Jan Daňhel
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
Studio
PubRes
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Alchemical Furnace About?

The premise of Alchemical Furnace without spoilers.

This documentary explores the life and work of acclaimed Czech filmmaker Jan Svankmajer, who planned to retire after “Insect” (2018). Over three years, the filmmakers captured the creative processes within his company, Athanor, and his enduring partnership with producer Jaromír Kallista. The film also poignantly remembers Eva Svankmajerová, his late wife and essential collaborator, muse, and partner in his artistic endeavors. Through playful, poetic, and candid moments, it offers a moving tribute to creation and enduring companionship.

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Cast & crew

Alchemical Furnace Cast

Jan Švankmajer leads the cast, with Andrew Hawkins. Directed by Adam Oľha and Jan Daňhel.

Details

Alchemical Furnace Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Athanor: The Alchemical Furnace” and “Alchymická pec”.

Also known as
  • Athanor: The Alchemical Furnace
  • Alchymická pec
  • 애니메이션의 연금술사
  • 얀 슈반크마예르

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Alchemical Furnace FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Alchemical Furnace, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Alchemical Furnace?

Alchemical Furnace runs 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).

When was Alchemical Furnace released?

Alchemical Furnace was released on January 26, 2020.

Who directed Alchemical Furnace?

Alchemical Furnace was directed by Adam Oľha and Jan Daňhel.

Who is in the cast of Alchemical Furnace?

Alchemical Furnace stars Jan Švankmajer and Andrew Hawkins.

Does Alchemical Furnace have a post-credit scene?

No. Alchemical Furnace has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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