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The Sanguinaires

January 7, 1999 1h 8m 6.8/10 (8 votes)

Originally released in 1999. The Sanguinaires is a drama/comedy film. directed by Laurent Cantet. At just 68 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Frédéric Pierrot, Catherine Baugué, and Jalil Lespert

Synopsis

In December of 1999, François organizes a retreat to a small island for himself, some friends, and their children to avoid the craziness of Paris during the turn of the millennium. Things quickly become tense between François and the young man who is the island's caretaker. Boredom and bickering add to the growing foreboding. By the end, will millennial noise in Paris seem mild in comparison to violence in the pastoral retreat?

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 7, 1999 27 years ago
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Runtime 1h 8m 68 minutes total
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (8 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

  • La Sept-Arte
  • Haut et Court

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Sanguinaires about?

In December of 1999, François organizes a retreat to a small island for himself, some friends, and their children to avoid the craziness of Paris during the turn of the millennium. Things quickly ...

Who directed The Sanguinaires?

The Sanguinaires was directed by Laurent Cantet.

How long is The Sanguinaires?

The Sanguinaires has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).

When was The Sanguinaires released?

The Sanguinaires was released on January 7, 1999 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Sanguinaires?

The main cast of The Sanguinaires includes Frédéric Pierrot, Catherine Baugué, Jalil Lespert, Marc Adjadj, Nathalie Bensard.