Bestiary
Originally released in 2012. Bestiary is a documentary film. directed by Denis Côté. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
A popular sensation in medieval Europe, bestiaries were catalogs of beasts featuring exotic animal illustrations, zoological wisdom, and ancient legends. The documentary unfolds like a filmic picture book where both humans and animals are on display. As we observe them, they also observe us and one another, invoking the Hindu idea of “darshan”: a mutual beholding that initiates a shift in consciousness.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 19, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 12m
72 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (9 votes)
Box Office
$1.4K
Worldwide gross
Language
French
Original language
Country
Canada
+ 1 more
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
- Revenue
- $1,428
Production Companies
- Le Fresnoy
- Metafilms
- Nihilproductions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bestiary about?
A popular sensation in medieval Europe, bestiaries were catalogs of beasts featuring exotic animal illustrations, zoological wisdom, and ancient legends. The documentary unfolds like a filmic pictu...
Who directed Bestiary?
Bestiary was directed by Denis Côté.
How long is Bestiary?
Bestiary has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was Bestiary released?
Bestiary was released on October 19, 2012 in theaters.