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The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey (2020): Cast

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The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey is a 2020 documentary directed by Mark Rappaport, starring Turhan Bey. It runs 16 minutes.

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Released
Runtime
16 min
Director
Mark Rappaport
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey About?

The premise of The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey without spoilers.

Inspired by the psychological phenomenon of Stendhal syndrome, this film explores the intense emotional and physical reactions some people experience when exposed to beautiful art. The director’s fascination with Austrian actor Turhan Bey, who frequently appeared in Hollywood’s exotic roles during the 1940s, forms the core of this personal essay. Through close-ups and reflections on iconic works like Michelangelo’s David and Botticelli’s "Birth of Venus," the film examines the connection between artistic idols and the fervent admiration of their fans.

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Cast & crew

The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey Cast

Turhan Bey stars in The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey. Directed by Mark Rappaport.

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More from Mark Rappaport

More films directed by Mark Rappaport: Love in the Time of Corona, Last Year in Dachau, Sergei/Sir Gay and I, Dalio.

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The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey?

The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey runs 16 minutes.

When was The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey released?

The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey was released on December 31, 2020.

Who directed The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey?

The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey was directed by Mark Rappaport.

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Who is in the cast of The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey?

The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey stars Turhan Bey.

Does The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey have a post-credit scene?

No. The Stendhal Syndrome or My Dinner with Turhan Bey has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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