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Castellum mediaevale

202110 minGdoc-short

A ten-minute fixed sequence shot filmed with a telephoto lens captures the Château des Allymes from the heights of Priay in the Ain department.

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Gérard Courant

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A ten-minute fixed sequence shot filmed with a telephoto lens captures the Château des Allymes from the heights of Priay in the Ain department.

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Gérard Courant

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From the heights of Priay in the Ain department, a telephoto lens captures the Château des Allymes in a single fixed shot. This 10-minute film, titled Castellum mediaevale, presents a continuous view of the historic site. The distance between Priay and the château is 11 kilometers. The film emphasizes the architectural features of the château while remaining stationary throughout its duration.

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