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Smilla's Sense of Snow

"Some Tracks Should Never Be Uncovered."

February 28, 1997 2h 1m 6.3/10 (252 votes)

Originally released in 1997. Smilla's Sense of Snow is a drama/thriller film. directed by Bille August. With a runtime of 2h 1m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Julia Ormond, Gabriel Byrne, and Richard Harris

Synopsis

Smilla Jaspersen attempts to understand the death of a small boy who falls from the roof of her apartment building. Suspecting wrongdoing, Smilla uncovers a trail of clues leading towards a secretive corporation that has made several mysterious expeditions to Greenland.

Quick Facts

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Release Date February 28, 1997 28 years ago
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Runtime 2h 1m 121 minutes total
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User Rating 6.3/10 Good (252 votes)
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Budget $35M Production budget
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Box Office $2.4M 0.1x return
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Language English Original language
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Country Germany + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$35,000,000
Revenue
$2,372,903

Production Companies

  • Bavaria Film
  • Constantin Film
  • Det Danske Filminstitut
  • Nordisk Film Denmark
  • Greenland Film Production

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Smilla's Sense of Snow about?

Smilla Jaspersen attempts to understand the death of a small boy who falls from the roof of her apartment building. Suspecting wrongdoing, Smilla uncovers a trail of clues leading towards a secreti...

Who directed Smilla's Sense of Snow?

Smilla's Sense of Snow was directed by Bille August.

How long is Smilla's Sense of Snow?

Smilla's Sense of Snow has a runtime of 2 hours and 1 minutes (121 minutes total).

When was Smilla's Sense of Snow released?

Smilla's Sense of Snow was released on February 28, 1997 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Smilla's Sense of Snow?

The main cast of Smilla's Sense of Snow includes Julia Ormond, Gabriel Byrne, Richard Harris, Jim Broadbent, Tom Wilkinson.

Is Smilla's Sense of Snow worth watching?

Smilla's Sense of Snow has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 252 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.