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3.7 / 10(3 votes)IMDb19971h 50mFrance, Portugal

Transatlantique

Synopsis

In this French-Portuguese film -- directed by Jacques Rivette's screenplay collaborator Christine Laurent -- French vocalist Laure Constant (Laurence Cote) goes to Montevideo, Uruguay, to see her old lover Colossus (Jose Olivera), but when he's a no-show, she becomes involved with several other men, while listening to advice from some older French women who are costume designers. Shown at the 1997 Locarno Film Festival.

Release History & Theatrical Window

World Premiere

Mar del Plata Film Festival

Festival / Special Debut

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Christine Laurent
Screenplay & Story
Christine Laurent, Philippe Arnaud, André Téchiné
Original Score
Jorge Arriagada
Original Title
Transatlantique
Country of Origin
France, Portugal
Spoken Languages
French, Portuguese
Runtime
1h 50m
Production Studios
Gemini Films, Madragoa Filmes, Rezo Productions, The Bureau Sales

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Christine Laurent

Screenplay & Story

Christine Laurent, Philippe Arnaud, André Téchiné

Original Score & Music

Jorge Arriagada

Director of Photography

Jeanne Lapoirie

Film Editing

Rudolfo Wedeles

Producers

Paulo Branco

Department Leadership Roster

Christine Laurent

Christine Laurent

Screenplay

Philippe Arnaud

Screenplay

André Téchiné

André Téchiné

Screenplay

Jorge Arriagada

Original Music Composer

Jeanne Lapoirie

Jeanne Lapoirie

Director of Photography

Isabel Branco

Costume Design

Rudolfo Wedeles

Editor

Paulo Branco

Paulo Branco

Producer

Christine Laurent

Christine Laurent

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Transatlantique.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Transatlantique

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Transatlantique about?

In this French-Portuguese film -- directed by Jacques Rivette's screenplay collaborator Christine Laurent -- French vocalist Laure Constant (Laurence Cote) goes to Montevideo, Uruguay, to see her old lover Colossus (Jose Olivera), but when he's a no-show, she becomes involved with several other men, while listening to advice from some older French women who are costume designers. Shown at the 1997 Locarno Film Festival.

Who directed Transatlantique?

Transatlantique was directed by Christine Laurent.

Who stars in Transatlantique?

The principal cast of Transatlantique includes Laurence Côte, Monique Mélinand, Evelyne Didi, Luís Miguel Cintra, Joaquin Olarreaga.

When was Transatlantique released and how long is it?

Transatlantique was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.

Who composed the musical score for Transatlantique?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Transatlantique was composed by Jorge Arriagada.