KĂ Extreme: Cirque du Soleil
KĂEUR ExtrĂÂȘme is the documentary describing the creation of KĂEUR by Cirque du Soleil, an epic theatrical production playing at MGM Grand in Las Vegas.The program explores the journey of a remarkable and technically-demanding $30 million production from rehearsals through to its first public performance. Viewers are introduced to the show's main artisans including its writer and director, Robert Lepage. KĂEUR ExtrĂÂȘme also focuses on the show's unique scenography that does not include a stage in the classic sense but rather a vast empty void. This is not only captivating but also psychologically disturbing. For artists looking down into a 90-foot abyss every day induces a fear that needs to be confronted and conquered. KĂEUR ExtrĂÂȘme provides viewers a rare look at a singular creative process in action.
- Rated
- Not Rated
- Runtime
- 47m
- Released
- 2005
Details
Release year: 2005
Storyline
KĂEUR ExtrĂÂȘme is the documentary describing the creation of KĂEUR by Cirque du Soleil, an epic theatrical production playing at MGM Grand in Las Vegas.The program explores the journey of a remarkable and technically-demanding $30 million production from rehearsals through to its first public performance. Viewers are introduced to the show's main artisans including its writer and director, Robert Lepage. KĂEUR ExtrĂÂȘme also focuses on the show's unique scenography that does not include a stage in the classic sense but rather a vast empty void. This is not only captivating but also psychologically disturbing. For artists looking down into a 90-foot abyss every day induces a fear that needs to be confronted and conquered. KĂEUR ExtrĂÂȘme provides viewers a rare look at a singular creative process in action.
Top credits
- Francisco Alegria â Self - Acrobat, Wheel of Death
- Sabu Alegria â Self - Acrobat, Wheel of Death
- Gamal Aziz â Self - President, MGM Grand Hotel and Casino
- Teuda Bara â Self