The Eighties
Les Années 80
Synopsis
All of the time and effort put forth to stage a musical is chronicled here in this bright and funny French outing. The story is set at a shopping mall where people audition for an upcoming show. Afterwards, they are seen going through the grueling routines of learning the music and rehearsing.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Montréal International Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 10, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chantal Akerman
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Gruault, Chantal Akerman
- Original Score
- Marc Hérouet
- Original Title
- Les Années 80
- Country of Origin
- Belgium, France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Paradise Films, Abilène Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chantal Akerman
Jean Gruault, Chantal Akerman
Marc Hérouet
Francine Sandberg, Nadine Keseman
Marilyn Watelet
Department Leadership Roster
Chantal Akerman
Director
Jean Gruault
Writer
Chantal Akerman
Writer
Francine Sandberg
Editor
Marilyn Watelet
Producer
Marc Hérouet
Original Music Composer
Nadine Keseman
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Eighties
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What is The Eighties about?
All of the time and effort put forth to stage a musical is chronicled here in this bright and funny French outing. The story is set at a shopping mall where people audition for an upcoming show. Afterwards, they are seen going through the grueling routines of learning the music and rehearsing.
Who directed The Eighties?
The Eighties was directed by Chantal Akerman.
Who stars in The Eighties?
The principal cast of The Eighties includes Aurore Clément, Magali Noël, Pascale Salkin.
When was The Eighties released and how long is it?
The Eighties was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for The Eighties?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Eighties was composed by Marc Hérouet.