1867
Originally released in 1990. 1867 is a feature film. directed by Ken McMullen. At just 15 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lutz Becker, Filipe Ferrer, and André Gomes
Synopsis
The French painter Edouard Manet painted four canvases depicting the execution in 1867 of Emperor Maximilian of Mexico. This short dramatic film evokes the artist's studio and the events of Maximilian's death, using a single, uninterrupted shot to present the artistic thought process through the eyes of the painter. The narration, written by the film's director, takes the form of an imagined interior monologue, presented in voice-over style in French and German with English subtitles. It alludes to the narrative, historical and visual texts that Manet drew upon to form his four versions of the painting.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 3, 1990
35 years ago
Runtime
0h 15m
15 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1867 about?
The French painter Edouard Manet painted four canvases depicting the execution in 1867 of Emperor Maximilian of Mexico. This short dramatic film evokes the artist's studio and the events of Maximil...
Who directed 1867?
1867 was directed by Ken McMullen.
How long is 1867?
1867 has a runtime of 0 hours and 15 minutes (15 minutes total).
When was 1867 released?
1867 was released on October 3, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in 1867?
The main cast of 1867 includes Lutz Becker, Filipe Ferrer, André Gomes, João Carlos Siqueira, Zazy.