Question 1

What theatrical traditions inspired the presentation of The Flood Drummers?

Accepted Answer

The film evokes the theatrical traditions of Japanese Noh and bunraku, with live actors presented as puppets and puppeteers.

Question 2

Which festival featured The Flood Drummers in 2002?

Accepted Answer

The film was presented at the Locarno International Film Festival in 2002.

Question 3

Who wrote the play that The Flood Drummers is based on?

Accepted Answer

The film is based on a play by Hélène Cixous, who also wrote the story.

Question 4

How many characters does Nicolas Sotnikoff portray in The Flood Drummers?

Accepted Answer

Nicolas Sotnikoff plays four characters: Le Devin, He Tao, Le fleuve, and Un garde.

Question 5

What is the central conflict in The Flood Drummers?

Accepted Answer

The story is an ancient Asian fable about who shall be saved during a flood.

The Flood Drummers

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