Uncredited voice providing exposition and guiding the audience through surreal sequences.
The poet, a self-portrait of Jean Cocteau, navigates a surreal world of myth and memory, reflecting on his life and art.
The aged Baron Carol is the Countess of Saint-Hélié's uncle and the owner of the old castle. He mysteriously disappears before the countess arrives and is believed to be a ghost. Ten years later, Anne discovers his mummified body and testament in a hidden room; the document declares Hervé to be his son and heir.
Jean Cocteau has 124 screen credits in a career dating back to 1925. Their work is anchored in the The Orphic Trilogy universe with 3 titles. Signature works include Orpheus, The Eagle with Two Heads, Testament of Orpheus. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
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