The Idyll
Synopsis
A modern adaptation of Guy de Maupassant's short story about a man and a woman sharing an unexpected encounter on a train as it travels through a beautiful and surreal landscape.
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Dougray Scott and Emma De Caunes in The Idyll
Type: Clip • Published 2016-06-09
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 8, 2016
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Justin Anderson
- Screenplay & Story
- Guy de Maupassant, Justin Anderson
- Original Score
- John Greswell, Christopher Taylor
- Original Title
- The Idyll
- Country of Origin
- Spain, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 12m
- Production Studios
- Ponyboy, Glass Man Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Justin Anderson
Guy de Maupassant, Justin Anderson
John Greswell, Christopher Taylor
Carmela Iandoli
Tarquin Glass, Kate McCreery, Julien Pasquier
Department Leadership Roster
Justin Anderson
Director
Justin Anderson
Writer
Tarquin Glass
Producer
Kate McCreery
Producer
Carmela Iandoli
Editor
Clementine Keith-Roach
Production Design
Fiona Scarry
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Idyll
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What is The Idyll about?
A modern adaptation of Guy de Maupassant's short story about a man and a woman sharing an unexpected encounter on a train as it travels through a beautiful and surreal landscape.
Who directed The Idyll?
The Idyll was directed by Justin Anderson.
Who stars in The Idyll?
The principal cast of The Idyll includes Emma de Caunes, Dougray Scott.
When was The Idyll released and how long is it?
The Idyll was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 12m.
Who composed the musical score for The Idyll?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Idyll was composed by John Greswell, Christopher Taylor.