From the East movie poster

From the East

September 16, 1993 1h 56m 6.8/10 (27 votes)

Originally released in 1993. From the East is a documentary film. directed by Chantal Akerman.

Starring Natalia Chakhovskaia

Synopsis

Scenes of life in Eastern Europe after the collapse of the Eastern Bloc. In this road movie of still lifes, which eschews voiceover narration, the camera explores the landscapes and the faces of the people who live in them.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 16, 1993 32 years ago
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Runtime 1h 56m 116 minutes total
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (27 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country Belgium + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • RTP
  • Lieurac Productions
  • Paradise Films
  • La Sept-Arte
  • RTBF

Frequently Asked Questions

What is From the East about?

Scenes of life in Eastern Europe after the collapse of the Eastern Bloc. In this road movie of still lifes, which eschews voiceover narration, the camera explores the landscapes and the faces of th...

Who directed From the East?

From the East was directed by Chantal Akerman.

How long is From the East?

From the East has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).

When was From the East released?

From the East was released on September 16, 1993 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in From the East?

The main cast of From the East includes Natalia Chakhovskaia.