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The Sacrifice (1986)

“The final film of Andrei Tarkovsky”

7.7/10 · 638 votes 2h 29m pg Drama

#6 of 63 films from 1986 #526 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Andrei Tarkovsky · Written by Andrei Tarkovsky

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Overview

Alexander, a journalist, philosopher and retired actor, celebrates a birthday with friends and family when it is announced that nuclear war has begun.

Cast

Erland Josephsonas Alexander
Susan Fleetwoodas Adelaide
Allan Edwallas Otto
Guðrún Gísladóttiras Maria
Sven Wollteras Victor
Valérie Mairesseas Julia
Filippa Franzénas Marta
Tommy Kjellqvistas Little Man
Per Källmanas Ambulance Driver
Tommy Nordahlas Ambulance Driver
Tintin Anderzonas (voice)
Jane Friedmannas (voice)
Helena Brodinas (voice)
Martin Lindströmas (voice)

Facts

Release dateMay 9, 1986
Runtime149 min (2h 29m) — longer as the 1986 average of 102 min
GenresDrama
Original titleOffret
LanguageSV
Box office$1,095,380
IMDbtt0091670

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Questions

How long is The Sacrifice?
The Sacrifice runs 149 minutes (2h 29m).
Is The Sacrifice worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.7/10 across 638 votes, which places it #6 of 63 films released in 1986 in this index (top 92%) and #526 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed The Sacrifice?
The Sacrifice was directed by Andrei Tarkovsky. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Stalker (1979), Andrei Rublev (1966), Ivan's Childhood (1962).
Who stars in The Sacrifice?
Erland Josephson as Alexander; Susan Fleetwood as Adelaide; Allan Edwall as Otto; Guðrún Gísladóttir as Maria; Sven Wollter as Victor; Valérie Mairesse as Julia.
What is The Sacrifice rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Sacrifice?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/94486.

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