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Elle (2016)

6.6/10 · 2,032 votes 2h 11m r ThrillerDrama

#151 of 305 films from 2016 #1138 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Paul Verhoeven · Written by David Birke, Philippe Djian

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Overview

When Michèle, the CEO of a gaming software company, is attacked in her home by an unknown assailant, she refuses to let it alter her precisely ordered life. She manages crises involving family, all the while becoming engaged in a game of cat and mouse with her stalker.

Cast

Isabelle Huppertas Michèle
Laurent Lafitteas Patrick
Anne Consignyas Anna
Charles Berlingas Richard
Virginie Efiraas Rebecca
Judith Magreas Irène
Christian Berkelas Robert
Jonas Bloquetas Vincent
Alice Isaazas Josie
Vimala Ponsas Hélène
Raphaël Lengletas Ralf
Arthur Mazetas Kevin
Lucas Prisoras Kurt
Hugo Conzelmannas Philipp Kwan

Facts

Release dateMay 25, 2016
Runtime131 min (2h 11m) — longer as the 2016 average of 106 min
GenresThriller, Drama
LanguageFR
Budget$9,800,000
Box office$2,341,534 (0.2× budget)
IMDbtt3716530

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Questions

How long is Elle?
Elle runs 131 minutes (2h 11m).
Is Elle worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 2,032 votes, which places it #151 of 305 films released in 2016 in this index (top 51%) and #1138 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Elle?
Elle was directed by Paul Verhoeven. Other well-rated titles by the same director: RoboCop (1987), Black Book (2006), Total Recall (1990).
Who stars in Elle?
Isabelle Huppert as Michèle; Laurent Lafitte as Patrick; Anne Consigny as Anna; Charles Berling as Richard; Virginie Efira as Rebecca; Judith Magre as Irène.
What is Elle rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Elle?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/39168.

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