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Three Colors: Red (1994)

“The invisible thread of destinies.”

7.9/10 · 1,606 votes 1h 40m r RomanceDramaMystery

#7 of 90 films from 1994 #59 of 1371 in romance

Directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski · Written by Krzysztof Kieślowski, Krzysztof Piesiewicz

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Overview

Part-time model Valentine unexpectedly befriends a retired judge after she runs over his dog. At first, the grumpy man shows no concern about the dog, and Valentine decides to keep it. But the two form a bond when she returns to his house and catches him listening to his neighbors’ phone calls.

Cast

Irène Jacobas Valentine
Jean-Louis Trintignantas The Judge
Frédérique Federas Karin
Jean-Pierre Loritas Auguste
Samuel Le Bihanas Photographer
Marion Stalensas Veterinarian
Teco Celioas Bartender
Bernard Escalonas Record Dealer
Jean Schlegelas Neighbor
Elżbieta Jasińskaas Woman
Zbigniew Zamachowskias Karol Karol
Paul Vermeulenas Karin's Friend
Julie Delpyas Dominique
Benoît Régentas Olivier

Facts

Release dateMay 12, 1994
Runtime100 min (1h 40m) — about the same as the 1994 average of 106 min
GenresRomance, Drama, Mystery
Original titleTrois couleurs : Rouge
LanguageFR
Box office$4,127,033
IMDbtt0111495

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Questions

How long is Three Colors: Red?
Three Colors: Red runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Is Three Colors: Red worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.9/10 across 1,606 votes, which places it #7 of 90 films released in 1994 in this index (top 93%) and #59 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed Three Colors: Red?
Three Colors: Red was directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Three Colors: Blue (1993), The Double Life of Véronique (1991), Three Colors: White (1994).
Who stars in Three Colors: Red?
Irène Jacob as Valentine; Jean-Louis Trintignant as The Judge; Frédérique Feder as Karin; Jean-Pierre Lorit as Auguste; Samuel Le Bihan as Photographer; Marion Stalens as Veterinarian.
What is Three Colors: Red rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Three Colors: Red?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/7675.

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