The Absence
L'Absence
Synopsis
Four nameless people -- the old man, the woman, the soldier, and the gambler -- journey to a desolate wasteland beyond the limits of an unnamed city.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Venice Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 13, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Handke
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Handke
- Original Score
- Leo Mariño, Jean-Paul Mugel
- Original Title
- L'Absence
- Country of Origin
- France, Germany, Spain
- Spoken Languages
- French, German, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- Marea Films, Gemini Films, Road Movies, La Sept Cinéma, WDR
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Handke
Peter Handke
Leo Mariño, Jean-Paul Mugel
Agnès Godard
Peter Przygodda
Paulo Branco
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Handke
Director
Peter Handke
Writer
Paulo Branco
Producer
Peter Przygodda
Editor
Agnès Godard
Director of Photography
Jean-Paul Mugel
Original Music Composer
Leo Mariño
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Absence
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Absence about?
Four nameless people -- the old man, the woman, the soldier, and the gambler -- journey to a desolate wasteland beyond the limits of an unnamed city.
Who directed The Absence?
The Absence was directed by Peter Handke.
Who stars in The Absence?
The principal cast of The Absence includes Bruno Ganz, Jeanne Moreau, Alex Descas, Eustaquio Barjau, Sophie Semin.
When was The Absence released and how long is it?
The Absence was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Who composed the musical score for The Absence?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Absence was composed by Leo Mariño, Jean-Paul Mugel.
Is The Absence based on a book or true story?
The Absence is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Peter Handke".