The Queen's Monastery (1998)
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Inspired by Leos Janacek's Sinfonietta, The Queen's Monastery is about a woman whose lover, a former acrobat, has returned to her from war a changed man. Using a highly individual watercolour technique the narrative explores themes of love, escapist fantasy, obsession and guilt.
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Genre affinityAnimationVisual styleAnimationPacingShortDirector preference1099698Country preferenceUsDecade preference1990
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Frequently asked questions about The Queen's Monastery
What is The Queen's Monastery about?
Inspired by Leos Janacek's Sinfonietta, The Queen's Monastery is about a woman whose lover, a former acrobat, has returned to her from war a changed man. Using a highly individual watercolour technique the narrative explores themes of love, escapist fantasy, obsession and guilt.
How long is The Queen's Monastery?
The Queen's Monastery has a runtime of 7 minutes.