The Crimson Rivers
Les Rivières pourpres
“Evil rises to new heights.”
Synopsis
Two French policemen, one investigating a grisly murder at a remote mountain college, the other working on the desecration of a young girl's grave by skinheads, are brought together by the clues from their respective cases. Soon after they start working together, more murders are committed, and the pair begin to discover just what dark secrets are behind the killings.
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The Crimson Rivers / Les Rivières pourpres (2000) - Trailer (English subtitles)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-11-10
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Jean Reno
Pierre Niemans
Vincent Cassel
Max Kerkerian
Nadia Farès
Fanny Ferreira
Dominique Sanda
Sister Andrée
Karim Belkhadra
Captain Dahmane
Jean-Pierre Cassel
Dr. Bernard Chernezé
Didier Flamand
The Dean
Philippe Nahon
Homme à la station service
François Levantal
Pathologist
Laurent Lafitte
Hubert
Francine Bergé
Directrice d'école
Robert Gendreu
Gardien du cimetière
Christophe Bernard
Skinhead
Nicky Naudé
Skinhead
Vincent Tulli
Computer Technician
Tonio Descanvelle
Sarzac Policeman #1
Olivier Rousset
Sarzac Policeman #2
Françoise Loreau
Nun in Convent
Release History & Theatrical Window
«West»
Festival / Special Debut
June 29, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 16, 2001
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$2.4M
Filming & production cost
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mathieu Kassovitz
- Screenplay & Story
- Mathieu Kassovitz, Jean-Christophe Grangé
- Original Score
- Bruno Coulais
- Original Title
- Les Rivières pourpres
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Budget
- $2.4M
- Production Studios
- Gaumont, TF1 Films Production, Légende Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mathieu Kassovitz
Mathieu Kassovitz, Jean-Christophe Grangé
Bruno Coulais
Thierry Arbogast
Maryline Monthieux
Alain Goldman
Department Leadership Roster
Mathieu Kassovitz
Director
Thierry Flamand
Production Design
Mathieu Kassovitz
Screenplay
Alain Goldman
Producer
Maryline Monthieux
Editor
Patrick Cauderlier
Stunt Coordinator
Thierry Arbogast
Director of Photography
Bruno Coulais
Original Music Composer
Julie Mauduech
Costume Design
Sandrine Follet
Costume Design
Jean-Christophe Grangé
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Crimson Rivers
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What is The Crimson Rivers about?
Two French policemen, one investigating a grisly murder at a remote mountain college, the other working on the desecration of a young girl's grave by skinheads, are brought together by the clues from their respective cases. Soon after they start working together, more murders are committed, and the pair begin to discover just what dark secrets are behind the killings.
Who directed The Crimson Rivers?
The Crimson Rivers was directed by Mathieu Kassovitz.
Who stars in The Crimson Rivers?
The principal cast of The Crimson Rivers includes Jean Reno, Vincent Cassel, Nadia Farès, Dominique Sanda, Karim Belkhadra.
When was The Crimson Rivers released and how long is it?
The Crimson Rivers was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for The Crimson Rivers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Crimson Rivers was composed by Bruno Coulais.
Is The Crimson Rivers based on a book or true story?
The Crimson Rivers is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jean-Christophe Grangé".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Crimson Rivers?
The Crimson Rivers holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).