Metroland
"It's not a place, it's a state of mind."
Originally released in 1997. Metroland is a comedy/drama film. directed by Philip Saville.
Starring Christian Bale, Emily Watson, and Lee Ross
Synopsis
In late-1970s suburban London, Chris and Marion have settled into a comfortable yet all-too-predictable middle-class existence. Chris receives an unexpected visit from his free-spirited friend Toni, a reunion that reminds him of a more carefree time in 1960s Paris. Now, with lingering doubts about his marriage bubbling up, Chris must make the choice between revisiting his youthful abandon with Toni or facing the here and now with Marion.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 30, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (54 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
France
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Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- MACT Productions
- Arts Council of England
- Blue Horizon Productions
- Eurimages
- European Co-production Fund
- Filmanía S.L.
- BBC Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metroland about?
In late-1970s suburban London, Chris and Marion have settled into a comfortable yet all-too-predictable middle-class existence. Chris receives an unexpected visit from his free-spirited friend Toni...
Who directed Metroland?
Metroland was directed by Philip Saville.
How long is Metroland?
Metroland has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was Metroland released?
Metroland was released on August 30, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Metroland?
The main cast of Metroland includes Christian Bale, Emily Watson, Lee Ross, Elsa Zylberstein, John Wood.