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Desire (2011)

“Love, desire and complications...”

6.3/10 · 1,393 votes 1h 43m r RomanceDrama

#150 of 249 films from 2011 #1043 of 1371 in romance

Directed by Laurent Bouhnik · Written by Laurent Bouhnik

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Overview

In a social context deteriorated by a countrywide economic crisis, the life of several people will be turned upside down after they meet Cécile, a character who symbolizes desire.

Cast

Déborah Révyas Cécile
Hélène Zimmeras Alice
Gowan Didias Matt
Johnny Amaroas Chance
Johan Libéreauas Manu
Jean-François Gallotteas Alice's Father
Brice Fournieras Maurice
Christelle Benoitas Virginie
Patrick Hauthieras Yves
Léticia Belliccinias Sonia
Fabien Araas Alex
Margot Heurtematteas Héloïse
Aurélia Artoas Alizée
Noémie Leroux-Cazaubonas Julie

Facts

Release dateOctober 6, 2011
Runtime103 min (1h 43m) — about the same as the 2011 average of 103 min
GenresRomance, Drama
Original titleQ
LanguageFR
Budget$1,344,000
IMDbtt1879030

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Questions

How long is Desire?
Desire runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Is Desire worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.3/10 across 1,393 votes, which places it #150 of 249 films released in 2011 in this index (top 40%) and #1043 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed Desire?
Desire was directed by Laurent Bouhnik.
Who stars in Desire?
Déborah Révy as Cécile; Hélène Zimmer as Alice; Gowan Didi as Matt; Johnny Amaro as Chance; Johan Libéreau as Manu; Jean-François Gallotte as Alice's Father.
What is Desire rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Desire?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/235389.

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