Cathedral
Brief Synopsis
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The film uses live-action film and animation to illustrate the planning, building, and cultural importance of the Gothic cathedral in medieval France. The film provides contemporary views of such cathedrals as Chartres, Amiens, Notre-Dame de Paris, and Saint-Denis, and the animated portions trace th
Cast & Crew
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Derek Jacobi
Narration (Animated Sequences)
David Macaulay
Host (Live-Action Sequences)
Caroline Berg
Host (Live-Action Sequences)
John Baldwin
Advisor
William Clark
Advisor
David Herlihy
Advisor
Film Details
Genre
Documentary
Historical
Release Date
1986
Production Company
Unicorn Projects
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
Synopsis
The film uses live-action film and animation to illustrate the planning, building, and cultural importance of the Gothic cathedral in medieval France. The film provides contemporary views of such cathedrals as Chartres, Amiens, Notre-Dame de Paris, and Saint-Denis, and the animated portions trace the design and construction of Notre-Dame de Beaulieu, an imaginary cathedral containing elements of all those named above.
Film Details
Genre
Documentary
Historical
Release Date
1986
Production Company
Unicorn Projects
Technical Specs
Duration
60m
