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André Soubeyran, Claude Revenant, Nadine Valence

Rabbit's Moon is a "Magic Lantern" Commedia del'Arte play in which Pierrot (André Soubeyran) is attempting to reach the moon, occupied by a rabbit, and later attempts to win the heart of Columbine (Na... read more read more...dine Valance), though he thwarted by Harlequin (Claude Revenant). Pierrot discovers a magic lantern, which provides him happiness and relief from his unrealized ambitions. This is one of Kenneth Anger's most delicate creations, one of the only post-WWII experimental shorts to successfully recreate the look of a late nineteenth century lanterna magica. Started on 35 mm in 1950 on a set owned by Jean-Pierre Melville, Rabbit's Moon was abandoned after only a few days of shooting, as Melville needed his studio returned to him. The unfinished film was stored at the Cinemathèque Française and forgotten. In 1970 Anger returned to this project and realized it in a 16-minute version, synchronized to an assemblage of pop hits. In 1979 it was shortened to a mere seven minutes and a new soundtrack, which consists of distracting rock music that seems wholly inappropriate for the film, was added. This is the version that circulates in the current "Magick Lantern Cycle." ~ David Lewis, Rovi

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Unrated, 7 min.

Directed by: Kenneth Anger

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  • ajv2688
    October 26, 2010
    ajv2688
    This movie was so annoying. It's repetitive, slow, and strange. It's an experimental film so there's really not a story, but it has something to do with a clown loving the moon or something, I think. Anyway it got on my nerves, and I don't recommend seeing it.
  • engrymfilm
    January 4, 2009
    engrymfilm
    When watching Kenneth Anger shorts, I attempt to figure out what everything means. Soon after I give up but I can indulge in the fascinating visuals and Anger's delightful taste in 50's doo-wop and British Pop. Cheers to pretentious experimentalists.
  • brandyisageek
    March 31, 2008
    brandyisageek
    This short film by Kenneth Anger is stunning. It tells the tale of Pierrot attempting to catch the moon. The soundtrack, It Came in the Night by A Raincoat, is haunting and somewhat whimsical. If you are only familiar with Scorpio Rising, broaden your Anger horizon with this less... read moreer known classic.
  • columbiatch
    January 30, 2008
    columbiatch
    There are two versions of Rabbit's Moon, a 16 minute and a 7 minute cut. While the stories are essentially the same, they are very different in tone. It shorter cut is playful and sinister, while the original is romantic and filled with pathos.

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