Horizon
L'horizon
Synopsis
Antonin is a young French soldier who returns home from World War I to recover from his wounds. When he falls in love with a young widow, Antonin questions his role in battle and contemplates desertion as he recalls the horrors of war. He is pressured by his patriotic father to honor his military commitment even if it means he will die.
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Jacques Perrin
Antonin
Macha Méril
Elisa
René Dary
Father
Monique Mélinand
Mother
Philippe Brizard
Pernon
Steve Gadler
Dave Lannigan
Marc Monnet
Friedman
Jean-Pierre Honoré
Emile
Isabelle Mercanton
Renée
Christian Ledieu
Jérôme
Régis Ander
(uncredited)
Jean-Louis Bory
The cop (uncredited)
Georges Conchon
Macapiau (uncredited)
Francis Girod
Max (uncredited)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacques Rouffio
- Screenplay & Story
- Jacques Rouffio, Georges Conchon
- Original Score
- Serge Gainsbourg
- Original Title
- L'horizon
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacques Rouffio
Jacques Rouffio, Georges Conchon
Serge Gainsbourg
Raoul Coutard
Jacques Rouffio, Hélène Muller
Jacques Rouffio, Francis Girod
Department Leadership Roster
Jacques Rouffio
Director
Jacques Rouffio
Editor
Jacques Fonteray
Costume Design
Jacques Rouffio
Producer
Hélène Muller
Editor
Francis Girod
Producer
Fanette Trystram
Production Design
Serge Gainsbourg
Original Music Composer
Raoul Coutard
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Horizon
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What is Horizon about?
Antonin is a young French soldier who returns home from World War I to recover from his wounds. When he falls in love with a young widow, Antonin questions his role in battle and contemplates desertion as he recalls the horrors of war. He is pressured by his patriotic father to honor his military commitment even if it means he will die.
Who directed Horizon?
Horizon was directed by Jacques Rouffio.
Who stars in Horizon?
The principal cast of Horizon includes Jacques Perrin, Macha Méril, René Dary, Monique Mélinand, Philippe Brizard.
When was Horizon released and how long is it?
Horizon was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Horizon?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Horizon was composed by Serge Gainsbourg.
Is Horizon based on a book or true story?
Horizon is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Georges Conchon".