Scientist in Hoffmann's first tale who collaborates with magic spectacle maker Coppelius to create the automaton Olympia.
A ghostly figure in the ballet El Amor Brujo, whose presence haunts the girl and keeps her from moving on with her life and new lover. Der Geist is danced by Léonide Massine, with Lucia's character attempting to lure the ghost away.
Léonide Massine has 11 screen credits in a career dating back to 1932. Signature works include The Tales of Hoffmann, Spanish Fiesta, The Gay Parisian. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
