If the scene involves the contemplation of the soul (the essence of the Faust legend), the proximity of the camera allows you to see the micro-expressions of the performer. Reading the English translation of a plea for mercy while seeing the sweat on a tenor’s brow collapses the distance between the viewer and the 18th century. You are no longer an observer in a velvet seat; you are a participant in the drama.
The film features an ensemble of prominent European adult performers. The Faust (2002) cast list includes: Faust (Video 2002) - IMDb Faust Mario Salieri English Subtitles
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Švankmajer uses puppets and live actors. Subtitles help distinguish between the "theatrical" lines and the internal thoughts of the protagonist. If the scene involves the contemplation of the