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Historical documentary

The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art (2021): Cast

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The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art is a 2021 historical documentary directed by Stefan Cornic, starring Olivier Assayas, Vimala Pons and Christian Petzold. It runs 53 minutes.

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The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
53 min
Director
Stefan Cornic
Genres
Documentary , History
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art About?

The premise of The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art without spoilers.

Before the Lumière brothers’ groundbreaking 1895 cinema performance, innovative artists and inventors explored a strikingly modern, cinematographic aesthetic. This period of the 19th century saw the emergence of unique visual approaches and experimental techniques that paved the way for the birth of film as an art form. It details the crucial developments and creative minds that preceded this pivotal moment in history.

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Cast & crew

The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art Cast

Olivier Assayas leads the cast, with Vimala Pons and Christian Petzold. Directed by Stefan Cornic; 11 actors are credited in all.

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The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art Also Known As

9 alternative titles, including “Auge” and “Pinsel und Kinematograf – Wie das Kino entstand”.

Also known as
  • Auge
  • Pinsel und Kinematograf – Wie das Kino entstand
  • El ojo, el pincel y el cinematógrafo: cómo nació el cine
  • L’Oeil, le pinceau et le cinématographe : naissance d'un art
  • Les Frères Lumière : l'œil, le pinceau et le cinématographe
  • L’Œil, le pinceau et le cinématographe : naissance d’un regard cinématographique
  • The Eye, the Brush and the Cinematograph: Birth of an Art
  • Pintores e Cineastas
  • Kinematograf - zrod filmového umenia

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The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art?

The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art runs 53 minutes.

When was The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art released?

The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art was released on October 17, 2021.

Who directed The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art?

The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art was directed by Stefan Cornic.

Who is in the cast of The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art?

The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art stars Olivier Assayas, Vimala Pons and Christian Petzold, among 11 credited actors.

Does The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art have a post-credit scene?

No. The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art in?

The original language of The Cinematograph: Birth of an Art is French.

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