The Watchman
Le Veilleur
Synopsis
Watchman Guangdong and his wife Baoyan have devoted their lives to their only son, Zhaohang. When he leaves China to pursue a music career at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, the couple must confront the emotional void his absence creates. Through phone calls, they try to guide Zhaohang from afar, but his journey is shaped by both his deep desire to please his beloved father and his own personal ambition.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lou Du Pontavice, Victoire Bonin
- Screenplay & Story
- Lou Du Pontavice, Victoire Bonin
- Original Score
- Camille El Bacha
- Original Title
- Le Veilleur
- Country of Origin
- Belgium, France
- Spoken Languages
- English, Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Hutong Productions, Centre Vidéo de Bruxelles
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lou Du Pontavice, Victoire Bonin
Lou Du Pontavice, Victoire Bonin
Camille El Bacha
Victoire Bonin
Tom Denoyette
Department Leadership Roster
Lou Du Pontavice
Director
Tom Denoyette
Editor
Victoire Bonin
Director of Photography
Victoire Bonin
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Watchman.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Watchman
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Watchman about?
Watchman Guangdong and his wife Baoyan have devoted their lives to their only son, Zhaohang. When he leaves China to pursue a music career at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, the couple must confront the emotional void his absence creates. Through phone calls, they try to guide Zhaohang from afar, but his journey is shaped by both his deep desire to please his beloved father and his own personal ambition.
Who directed The Watchman?
The Watchman was directed by Lou Du Pontavice, Victoire Bonin.
Who stars in The Watchman?
The principal cast of The Watchman includes Not specified.
When was The Watchman released and how long is it?
The Watchman was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for The Watchman?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Watchman was composed by Camille El Bacha.