Haine
Synopsis
Klaus Kinski plays the role of a drifter on a motorcycle who happens to be passing through town immediately after a young school girl has been run over and killed by an unknown person on a motorcycle. The parents of the girl conspire to get rid of Kinski with the help of some of the locals including the town bully who recently had a run-in with Kinski in a pub over a woman. Kinski's only ally is the woman whose honor he tried to defend. Trapped in the town due to sabotage on his bike and a number of other incidents, Kinski soon realizes he is in real trouble.
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Klaus Kinski
Le motard
Maria Schneider
Madeleine
Patrice Melennec
Le camionneur
Évelyne Bouix
La serveuse
Katia Tchenko
La mère
Paulette Frantz
La patronne du bistro
Gérard Boucaron
Bingo
Georges Werler
Le père
Jean-Simon Prévost
Le maire
Bernard Cazassus
Un paysan
Jean-Pierre Laurent
Le patron du café
Bernard Hautot
Anne De Broca
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 1, 1983
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dominique Goult
- Screenplay & Story
- Dominique Goult
- Original Score
- Alain Jomy
- Original Title
- Haine
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Radios-Cinés S.A., S. Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dominique Goult
Dominique Goult
Alain Jomy
Roland Dantigny
Jean-Claude Bonfanti
Jean-Paul Thirriot, Jean-Claude Patrice
Department Leadership Roster
Dominique Goult
Director
Roland Dantigny
Director of Photography
Alain Jomy
Original Music Composer
Jean-Paul Thirriot
Producer
Dominique Goult
Writer
Jean-Claude Bonfanti
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Haine
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What is Haine about?
Klaus Kinski plays the role of a drifter on a motorcycle who happens to be passing through town immediately after a young school girl has been run over and killed by an unknown person on a motorcycle. The parents of the girl conspire to get rid of Kinski with the help of some of the locals including the town bully who recently had a run-in with Kinski in a pub over a woman. Kinski's only ally is the woman whose honor he tried to defend. Trapped in the town due to sabotage on his bike and a number of other incidents, Kinski soon realizes he is in real trouble.
Who directed Haine?
Haine was directed by Dominique Goult.
Who stars in Haine?
The principal cast of Haine includes Klaus Kinski, Maria Schneider, Patrice Melennec, Évelyne Bouix, Katia Tchenko.
When was Haine released and how long is it?
Haine was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Haine?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Haine was composed by Alain Jomy.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Haine?
Haine holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.).