Magical realistic film, based on Stravinsky’s L’oiseau de Feu. After the death of his wife, Emperor Kashkei lives in solitude in his memories. In a deserted castle he’s being looked after by his enchanted servants. Kashkei’s neglected daughter can’t bare this situation and uses her magical powers to confront him with his past.
Starring Hannah Hoekstra, Gijs Scholten van Aschat, Willem Voogd, Dominique van Ginkel & Elise Caluwaerts
Available versions
Complete score 1910 (approx 50′)
Suite 1919 (approx 20′)
Suite 1945 (approx 30′)
Complete score for two piano’s (approx 50′)