Equator
Équateur
Synopsis
Although based on a novel by Georges Simenon, director (and songwriter) Serge Gainsbourg has superimposed several dark emotions and a subtle brutality over the weak plot about a man's trip to Africa and his unfortunate passion for a murderess whose amorality sends the disillusioned fellow back to Europe. Sometimes described as frustrating and self-centered, reactions to this film swing across a broad spectrum of complaints -- not the least might be whether or not Gainsbourg is using a clichéd and stereotypical view of "dark Africa" to convey what he sees in his characters.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 1993
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Serge Gainsbourg
- Screenplay & Story
- Serge Gainsbourg, Georges Simenon
- Original Score
- Serge Gainsbourg
- Original Title
- Équateur
- Country of Origin
- Gabon, France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Gaumont International Television, Gaumont, Corso Productions, TF1 Films Production, Etat Gabonais
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Serge Gainsbourg
Serge Gainsbourg, Georges Simenon
Serge Gainsbourg
Willy Kurant
Babeth Si Ramdane
Alain Poiré, Charles Mensah
Department Leadership Roster
Serge Gainsbourg
Director
Willy Kurant
Director of Photography
Serge Gainsbourg
Original Music Composer
Alain Poiré
Producer
Charles Mensah
Producer
Babeth Si Ramdane
Editor
Serge Gainsbourg
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Equator
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Equator about?
Although based on a novel by Georges Simenon, director (and songwriter) Serge Gainsbourg has superimposed several dark emotions and a subtle brutality over the weak plot about a man's trip to Africa and his unfortunate passion for a murderess whose amorality sends the disillusioned fellow back to Europe. Sometimes described as frustrating and self-centered, reactions to this film swing across a broad spectrum of complaints -- not the least might be whether or not Gainsbourg is using a clichéd and stereotypical view of "dark Africa" to convey what he sees in his characters.
Who directed Equator?
Equator was directed by Serge Gainsbourg.
Who stars in Equator?
The principal cast of Equator includes Francis Huster, Barbara Sukowa, Reinhard Kolldehoff, François Dyrek, Jean Bouise.
When was Equator released and how long is it?
Equator was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Equator?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Equator was composed by Serge Gainsbourg.
Is Equator based on a book or true story?
Equator is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Georges Simenon".