Water Drops on Burning Rocks
Gouttes d'eau sur pierres brûlantes
“Based on the first full-length play by R.W. Fassbender.”
Synopsis
In 1970s Germany, Léopold, a 50-year-old businessman, picks up and seduces 20-year-old Franz, who swiftly moves into his apartment. The dynamic between them intensifies with the sudden arrival of their ex-girlfriends.
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Water Drops on Burning Rocks Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-01-26
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$87K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- François Ozon
- Screenplay & Story
- François Ozon
- Original Title
- Gouttes d'eau sur pierres brûlantes
- Country of Origin
- France, Japan
- Spoken Languages
- French, German
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Worldwide Gross
- $87K
- Production Studios
- Fidélité Productions, Les Films Alain Sarde, Eurospace
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
François Ozon
François Ozon, Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Jeanne Lapoirie
Claudine Bouché, Laurence Bawedin
Christine Gozlan, Marc Missonnier, Olivier Delbosc, Kenzo Horikoshi, Alain Sarde
Department Leadership Roster
François Ozon
Screenplay
Christine Gozlan
Producer
Marc Missonnier
Producer
Pascaline Chavanne
Costume Design
Claudine Bouché
Editor
Jeanne Lapoirie
Director of Photography
François Ozon
Director
Olivier Delbosc
Producer
Kenzo Horikoshi
Producer
Laurence Bawedin
Editor
Alain Sarde
Producer
Arnaud de Moléron
Production Design
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Water Drops on Burning Rocks
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What is Water Drops on Burning Rocks about?
In 1970s Germany, Léopold, a 50-year-old businessman, picks up and seduces 20-year-old Franz, who swiftly moves into his apartment. The dynamic between them intensifies with the sudden arrival of their ex-girlfriends.
Who directed Water Drops on Burning Rocks?
Water Drops on Burning Rocks was directed by François Ozon.
Who stars in Water Drops on Burning Rocks?
The principal cast of Water Drops on Burning Rocks includes Bernard Giraudeau, Malik Zidi, Ludivine Sagnier, Anna Thomson.
When was Water Drops on Burning Rocks released and how long is it?
Water Drops on Burning Rocks was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
How much did Water Drops on Burning Rocks make at the box office?
Water Drops on Burning Rocks grossed $87K in worldwide ticket sales.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Water Drops on Burning Rocks?
Water Drops on Burning Rocks holds official age classifications: FR: TP.