Blackout (2010)

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Paris, April 1994. Young freelance journalist Antoine Rives is making a report on Westerners who have been repatriated from Rwanda, fleeing the massacres. He meets Clément, a student of Hutu origin whose Tutsi fiancée Alice hasn’t been able to leave Rwanda. Antoine convinces Clément to go back with him to look for Alice, and to let him film the journey. Their pact soon becomes untenable as they find themselves thrown into chaos. This is a journey through horror during which a young man’s First World illusions are stripped away as he wakes up to human tragedy.

Director: Jean-Christophe Klotz
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 95 min
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Production: Mwana Productions, Sylicone
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Jean-Christophe Klotz
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blackout about?
Paris, April 1994. Young freelance journalist Antoine Rives is making a report on Westerners who have been repatriated from Rwanda, fleeing the massacres. He meets Clément, a student of Hutu origin whose Tutsi fiancée Alice hasn’t been able to leave Rwanda. Antoine convinces Clément to go back with him to look for Alice, and to let him film the journey. Their pact soon becomes untenable as they find themselves thrown into chaos. This is a journey through horror during which a young man’s First World illusions are stripped away as he wakes up to human tragedy.
Who directed Blackout?
Blackout was directed by Jean-Christophe Klotz.
Who stars in Blackout?
Blackout stars Jalil Lespert, Cyril Gueï, Philippe Nahon, Jean-François Stévenin, Patrick Rameau, Peter Hudson.
How long is Blackout?
Blackout has a runtime of 1h 35m (95 minutes).
What genre is Blackout?
Blackout is a Drama film.
Where was Blackout produced?
Blackout was produced in France.