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Martyrs (2008)

“They haven't finished being alive.”

7.3/10 · 3,138 votes 1h 39m r ThrillerDramaHorror

#42 of 219 films from 2008 #416 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Pascal Laugier · Written by Pascal Laugier

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Overview

A young woman’s quest for revenge against the people who kidnapped and tortured her as a child leads her and her best friend, also a victim of child abuse, on a terrifying journey into a living hell of depravity.

Cast

Morjana Alaouias Anna Assaoui
Mylène Jampanoïas Lucie Jurin
Catherine Béginas Mademoiselle
Robert Toupinas Father
Patricia Tulasneas Mother
Juliette Gosselinas Marie
Xavier Dolanas Antoine
Jean-Marie Monceletas Étienne
Jessie Phamas Young Lucie
Erika Scottas Young Anna
Louise Boisvertas Anna's Mother (voice)
Isabelle Chasseas Creature
Emilie Miskdijanas Torture Victim
Tony Robinowas Doctor

Facts

Release dateJune 12, 2008
Runtime99 min (1h 39m) — about the same as the 2008 average of 104 min
GenresThriller, Drama, Horror
LanguageFR
Budget$6,500,000
Box office$1,100,000 (0.2× budget)
IMDbtt1029234

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Questions

How long is Martyrs?
Martyrs runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Is Martyrs worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.3/10 across 3,138 votes, which places it #42 of 219 films released in 2008 in this index (top 81%) and #416 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Martyrs?
Martyrs was directed by Pascal Laugier. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Ghostland (2018), The Tall Man (2012).
Who stars in Martyrs?
Morjana Alaoui as Anna Assaoui; Mylène Jampanoï as Lucie Jurin; Catherine Bégin as Mademoiselle; Robert Toupin as Father; Patricia Tulasne as Mother; Juliette Gosselin as Marie.
What is Martyrs rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Martyrs?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/315837.

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