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The Real Beauty and the Beast (2013)

Movie 46 min

Documentary

It's a condition known as "hypertrichosis" or "Ambras Syndrome," but in the 1500s it would transform one man into a national sensation and iconic fairy-tale character. His name: Petrus Gonsalvus, more commonly known today as the hairy hero of Beauty and the Beast.

Julian Pölsler Director Klaus Steindl Writer Andreas Sulzer Writer

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Released
June 14, 2013
Runtime
46 min
IMDb
tt3002416
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Studio
Smithsonian Channel, ,

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Cast

Robert Leigh Narrator Paul Kreshker Narrator Robin Lee Narrator Stephan Hofstetter-Ebner Petrus Gonzalvus Danijel Zivkovic Reenactment Performer Jelena Živković Reenactment Performer Bernhard James Lang Reenactment Performer Tatjana Velimirov Tatjana Velimirov Reenactment Performer Julia Riedler Julia Riedler Reenactment Performer

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Real Beauty and the Beast about?
It's a condition known as "hypertrichosis" or "Ambras Syndrome," but in the 1500s it would transform one man into a national sensation and iconic fairy-tale character. His name: Petrus Gonsalvus, more commonly known today as the hairy hero of Beauty and the Beast.
Who directed The Real Beauty and the Beast?
The Real Beauty and the Beast was directed by Julian Pölsler.
Who stars in The Real Beauty and the Beast?
The Real Beauty and the Beast stars Robert Leigh, Paul Kreshker, Robin Lee, Stephan Hofstetter-Ebner.
When was The Real Beauty and the Beast released?
The Real Beauty and the Beast is a 2013 documentary film.
Where can I watch The Real Beauty and the Beast?
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