Cremaster 5
Overview
CREMASTER 5 is a five-act opera (sung in Hungarian) set in late-ninteenth century Budapest. The last film in the series, it represents the moment when the testicles are finally released and sexual differentiation is fully attained. The lamenting tone of the opera suggests that Barney invisions this as a moment of tragedy and loss. The primary character is the Queen of Chain (played by Ursula Andress). Barney, himself, plays three characters who appear in the mind of the Queen: her Diva, Magician, and Giant. The Magician is a stand-in for Harry Houdini, who was born in Budapest in 1874 and appears as a recurring character in the Cremaster cycle.
Top-billed cast
- JJoanne Rha
- YYoko Hyun
- MMei-Chiao Chiu
- MMatthew Barney
- SSusan Rha
- KKim Nghiem
- UUrsula Andress
- MMichelle Ingkavet
- AAmy Chiang
Crew
- Director
- Matthew Barney
- Writer
- Matthew Barney
- Producers
- Barbara Gladstone, Matthew Barney
Frequently asked questions
What is Cremaster 5 rated?
Cremaster 5 has an audience rating of 6.1 out of 10 from 25 votes.
Who directed Cremaster 5?
Cremaster 5 was directed by Matthew Barney.
When was Cremaster 5 released?
Cremaster 5 was released in 1997.
