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The North Star

March 31, 1982 2h 4m 6.2/10 (35 votes)

Originally released in 1982. The North Star is a crime/drama film. directed by Pierre Granier-Deferre. With a runtime of 2h 4m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Simone Signoret, Philippe Noiret, and Fanny Cottençon

Synopsis

Edouard Binet, an aimless Frenchman, has been travelling in North Africa for many years, and is sailing to Belgium. En route, he meets Sylvie Baron. He introduces her to Nemrod Lobetoum, a rich Egyptian carrying valuable jewelry, and Sylvie and Nemrod become friends. Their friendship escalates to love, which makes Edouard jealous. Days later, Edouard arrives at a rooming house owned by Mme. Louise Baron, Sylvie's mother, wearing blood-stained clothes. It appears that Nemrod was killed on a train after he arrived in France, but Edouard denies any knowledge of what happened. Sylvie suspects that Edouard is responsible for Nemrod's death, but by now her mother has become Edouard's ally.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 31, 1982 43 years ago
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Runtime 2h 4m 124 minutes total
User Rating 6.2/10 Good (35 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Sara Films
  • Films A2

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The North Star about?

Edouard Binet, an aimless Frenchman, has been travelling in North Africa for many years, and is sailing to Belgium. En route, he meets Sylvie Baron. He introduces her to Nemrod Lobetoum, a rich Egy...

Who directed The North Star?

The North Star was directed by Pierre Granier-Deferre.

How long is The North Star?

The North Star has a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes (124 minutes total).

When was The North Star released?

The North Star was released on March 31, 1982 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The North Star?

The main cast of The North Star includes Simone Signoret, Philippe Noiret, Fanny Cottençon, Julie Jézéquel, Liliana Gerace.