Kaamelott (2005)
Kaamelott is a French comedy medieval fantasy television series created, directed, written, scored, and edited by Alexandre Astier, who also starred as the main character. The series, which originally ran for six seasons (referred to as 'books'), ran from January 3, 2005, to October 31, 2009, on M6. In this offbeat account of King Arthur's quest for the Grail, virtually every journey, battle or adventure is stopped dead in its tracks by the knights of the round table's most worldly traits: cowardice, greed, idiocy or misplaced chivalry. As a consequence, instead of epic adventures we are treated with the characters' pragmatic and anachronistic take on each and every event in the Grail legend, true to the purest sitcom tradition.
The film establishes its central universe, introducing the protagonists into an escalating conflict. Directed by Alexandre Astier, this opening movement establishes high visual and thematic stakes that set the narrative journey into motion.
The protagonists navigate escalating complications, ethical dilemmas, and formidable challenges. Starring Alexandre Astier, Anne Girouard, Lionnel Astier, the middle act intensifies dramatic momentum toward an inevitable turning point.
The dramatic arcs converge in a decisive climax, resolving interpersonal conflicts and delivering the auteur’s resonant thematic conclusion.
“An unforgettable cinematic experience from Alexandre Astier.”
“An unforgettable cinematic experience from Alexandre Astier.”
A crucial figure within the narrative architecture of Kaamelott, portrayed with distinctive emotional resonance by Alexandre Astier.
A crucial figure within the narrative architecture of Kaamelott, portrayed with distinctive emotional resonance by Anne Girouard.
A crucial figure within the narrative architecture of Kaamelott, portrayed with distinctive emotional resonance by Lionnel Astier.
A crucial figure within the narrative architecture of Kaamelott, portrayed with distinctive emotional resonance by Joëlle Sevilla.
A crucial figure within the narrative architecture of Kaamelott, portrayed with distinctive emotional resonance by Thomas Cousseau.
Alexandre Astier
as Roi Arthur
Anne Girouard
as Guenièvre
Lionnel Astier
as Léodagan
Joëlle Sevilla
as Séli
Thomas Cousseau
as Lancelot
Franck Pitiot
as Perceval
Jean-Christophe Hembert
as Karadoc
Nicolas Gabion
as Bohort
Alexis Hénon
as Galessin
Stéphane Margot
as Calogrenant
Jacques Chambon
as Merlin
Loïc Varraut
as Venec
Alain Chapuis
as Le tavernier
Audrey Fleurot
as La Dame du Lac
Serge Papagalli
as Guethenoc
Simon Astier
as Yvain
Aurélien Portehaut
as Gauvain
Vanessa Guedj
as Angharad
Caroline Pascal
as Demetra
Antoine de Caunes
as Dagonet
Caroline Ferrus
as Mevanwi
François Rollin
as Loth
Brice Fournier
as Kadoc
Bruno Fontaine
as Élias de Kelliwic'hCinematographic negative, aspect ratios & laboratory mastering sheet
| Aspect Ratios | 2.39:1 (Widescreen Theatrical) / 1.85:1 (Standard Format) |
|---|---|
| Camera Systems | Arri Alexa / Panavision Millennium / 35mm & High-Resolution Digital Systems |
| Negative Format | Digital Capture / 35mm Celluloid Film Negative |
| Printed Film Format | DCP (Digital Cinema Package 4K/2K), 35mm Theatrical Print |
| Sound Mix Formats | Dolby Digital 5.1Dolby Atmos7.1 Surround Sound |
| Laboratory / VFX | Technicolor / Double Negative (DNEG) |
| Color Processing | Color (Rec.709 / DCI-P3 Mastering) |
| Official Runtime | 40 minutes standard theatrical cadence |
Advisory Summary: Official TV-14 distribution rating. Consult local censorship and classification boards for precise territory advisories.
Advisory Breakdown: Varies according to rating classification; review official certification board details before family viewing. | Standard genre-appropriate dialogue adhering to regional ratings authority guidelines. | Adheres to formal theatrical certification benchmarks. | Delivers resonant dramatic tension and narrative suspense tailored for international audiences.
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