August 32nd on Earth
Originally released in 1999. August 32nd on Earth is a romance/drama film. directed by Denis Villeneuve. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Pascale Bussières, Alexis Martin, and Paule Baillargeon
Synopsis
After escaping unscathed from a car accident, photo model Simone decides that having a baby is the only way to give her vacant life some meaning. She asks her best friend Philippe to get her pregnant, and he reluctantly agrees, on the condition that they conceive somewhere in a desert, so they leave Montréal on a 24-hour round-trip to Salt Lake City to find a suitable spot.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 11, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (120 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Top Cast
Pascale Bussières
as Simone Prévost
Alexis Martin
as Philippe
Paule Baillargeon
as Hospital Doctor
Emmanuel Bilodeau
as Philippe's Best Friend
Joanne Côté
as Monica
Frédéric Desager
as Stéphane
Venelina Ghiaourov
as Nurse
R. Craig Costin
as Hired car clerk
Estelle Esse
as Leather shop clerk
Richard S. Hamilton
as Taxi Driver
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Max Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is August 32nd on Earth about?
After escaping unscathed from a car accident, photo model Simone decides that having a baby is the only way to give her vacant life some meaning. She asks her best friend Philippe to get her pregna...
Who directed August 32nd on Earth?
August 32nd on Earth was directed by Denis Villeneuve.
How long is August 32nd on Earth?
August 32nd on Earth has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was August 32nd on Earth released?
August 32nd on Earth was released on February 11, 1999 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in August 32nd on Earth?
The main cast of August 32nd on Earth includes Pascale Bussières, Alexis Martin, Paule Baillargeon, Emmanuel Bilodeau, Joanne Côté.
Is August 32nd on Earth worth watching?
August 32nd on Earth has a user rating of 6.5/10 based on 120 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.