Haitian Corner
Synopsis
A poet from Haiti flees to America after being imprisoned in his native country. Recovering from the experience, he begins to examine his past. One day he encounters his former torturer, and becomes obsessed with taking his revenge.
Top Cast
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Patrick Rameau
Joseph
Aïlo Auguste-Judith
Sarah
George Wilson
Hegel
Emile St. Lot
Theodor
Jean-Claude Michel
Jolicoer
Toto Bissainthe
Mother
Hegel Gouthier
Wilson
Jean-Claude Eugene
Jean
Solange Miot
1st Witness
Arnold Élie
2nd Witness
Max Eugéne
3rd Witness
Hugo
Joseph (child)
Nathalie
Sarah (child)
Thomas Duchatelier
Maitre César
Max Kenol
Man in bar
Albert Owens
Preacher
Roland Thurin
Father
Pierre Delisca
1st Player
Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Raoul Peck
- Screenplay & Story
- Raoul Peck
- Original Score
- Mino Cinélu
- Original Title
- Haitian Corner
- Country of Origin
- France, Germany, Haiti, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Haitian; Haitian Creole
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Raoul Peck
Raoul Peck
Mino Cinélu
Michael Chin
Aïlo Auguste-Judith
Renee Tajima-Peña
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Chin
Director of Photography
Raoul Peck
Director
Raoul Peck
Writer
Renee Tajima-Peña
Producer
Aïlo Auguste-Judith
Editor
Mino Cinélu
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Haitian Corner
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Haitian Corner about?
A poet from Haiti flees to America after being imprisoned in his native country. Recovering from the experience, he begins to examine his past. One day he encounters his former torturer, and becomes obsessed with taking his revenge.
Who directed Haitian Corner?
Haitian Corner was directed by Raoul Peck.
Who stars in Haitian Corner?
The principal cast of Haitian Corner includes Patrick Rameau, Aïlo Auguste-Judith, George Wilson, Emile St. Lot, Jean-Claude Michel.
When was Haitian Corner released and how long is it?
Haitian Corner was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Haitian Corner?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Haitian Corner was composed by Mino Cinélu.