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Melancholia (2011)

“It will change everything.”

7.1/10 · 3,943 votes 2h 16m r DramaScience-fiction

#55 of 249 films from 2011 #1631 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Lars von Trier · Written by Lars von Trier

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Overview

Two sisters find their already strained relationship challenged as a mysterious new planet threatens to collide with Earth.

Cast

Kirsten Dunstas Justine
Charlotte Gainsbourgas Claire
Kiefer Sutherlandas John
Alexander Skarsgårdas Michael
Cameron Spurras Leo
Stellan Skarsgårdas Jack
John Hurtas Dexter
Brady Corbetas Tim
Jesper Christensenas Little Father
Charlotte Ramplingas Gaby
Udo Kieras Wedding Planner
James Cagnardas Michael's Father
Deborah Fronkoas Michael's Mother
Charlotta Milleras Betty 1

Facts

Release dateMarch 16, 2011
Runtime136 min (2h 16m) — longer as the 2011 average of 103 min
GenresDrama, Science-fiction
LanguageEN
Budget$7,400,000
Box office$15,946,321 (2.2× budget)
IMDbtt1527186

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Questions

How long is Melancholia?
Melancholia runs 136 minutes (2h 16m).
Is Melancholia worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.1/10 across 3,943 votes, which places it #55 of 249 films released in 2011 in this index (top 78%) and #1631 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Melancholia?
Melancholia was directed by Lars von Trier. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Dancer in the Dark (2000), Dogville (2003), Breaking the Waves (1996).
Who stars in Melancholia?
Kirsten Dunst as Justine; Charlotte Gainsbourg as Claire; Kiefer Sutherland as John; Alexander Skarsgård as Michael; Cameron Spurr as Leo; Stellan Skarsgård as Jack.
What is Melancholia rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Melancholia?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/33258.

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