High Tension movie poster

High Tension

"Hearts will bleed."

June 18, 2003 1h 31m 6.8/10 (1,416 votes)

Originally released in 2003. High Tension is a horror/thriller film. directed by Alexandre Aja.

Starring Cécile de France, Maïwenn, and Philippe Nahon

Synopsis

Best friends Marie and Alexia decide to spend a quiet weekend at Alexia's parents' secluded farmhouse. But on the night of their arrival, the girls' idyllic getaway turns into an endless night of horror.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 18, 2003 22 years ago
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Runtime 1h 31m 91 minutes total
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (1,416 votes)
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Budget $2.5M Production budget
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Box Office $6.3M 2.5x return
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Language French Original language
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Country France + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR
Budget
$2,500,000
Revenue
$6,291,958

Production Companies

  • Alexandre Films
  • EuropaCorp
  • MediaPro Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is High Tension about?

Best friends Marie and Alexia decide to spend a quiet weekend at Alexia's parents' secluded farmhouse. But on the night of their arrival, the girls' idyllic getaway turns into an endless night of h...

Who directed High Tension?

High Tension was directed by Alexandre Aja.

How long is High Tension?

High Tension has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).

When was High Tension released?

High Tension was released on June 18, 2003 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in High Tension?

The main cast of High Tension includes Cécile de France, Maïwenn, Philippe Nahon, Andrei Finti, Oana Pellea.

Is High Tension worth watching?

High Tension has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 1,416 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.