Silk
"Come Back, or I Shall Die..."
Originally released in 2007. Silk is a drama/romance film. directed by François Girard.
Starring Keira Knightley, Michael Pitt, and Alfred Molina
Synopsis
French silkworm trader Hervé is married to the beautiful Hélène. When an outbreak of disease ravages European silkworms, Hervé must travel to Japan to retrieve healthy eggs. After a long journey, Hervé finally arrives at a village where he can buy them. He becomes infatuated with a young concubine and goes to great lengths to see her again. But, when war breaks out in Japan, the concubine flees, forcing Hervé to return home to his wife.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 14, 2007
18 years ago
Runtime
1h 47m
107 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (220 votes)
Budget
$20M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
Canada
+ 2 more
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $20,000,000
Production Companies
- Rhombus Media
- Fandango
- Bee Vine Pictures
- Vice Versa Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silk about?
French silkworm trader Hervé is married to the beautiful Hélène. When an outbreak of disease ravages European silkworms, Hervé must travel to Japan to retrieve healthy eggs. After a long journe...
Who directed Silk?
Silk was directed by François Girard.
How long is Silk?
Silk has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).
When was Silk released?
Silk was released on September 14, 2007 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Silk?
The main cast of Silk includes Keira Knightley, Michael Pitt, Alfred Molina, Koji Yakusho, Sei Ashina.
Is Silk worth watching?
Silk has a user rating of 5.7/10 based on 220 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.