The Parallel State
Statul Paralel
“On this planet there are two types of friends.”
Synopsis
Dan, a twenty-something security specialist, receives an ominous phone call. A spa resort. A high-profile client who triggers a game of unclear stakes. Dan gets a chance to go from nobody to somebody.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Locarno Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Octav Chelaru
- Screenplay & Story
- Octav Chelaru
- Original Title
- Statul Paralel
- Country of Origin
- Romania
- Spoken Languages
- Romanian
- Runtime
- 23m
- Production Studios
- deFilm
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Octav Chelaru
Octav Chelaru
Barbu Bălășoiu
Dragoș Apetri
Livia Radulescu, Radu Stancu
Department Leadership Roster
Octav Chelaru
Writer
Radu Stancu
Producer
Dragoș Apetri
Editor
Octav Chelaru
Director
Mălina Ionescu
Production Design
Iulia Negoescu
Production Design
Barbu Bălășoiu
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Parallel State
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Parallel State about?
Dan, a twenty-something security specialist, receives an ominous phone call. A spa resort. A high-profile client who triggers a game of unclear stakes. Dan gets a chance to go from nobody to somebody.
Who directed The Parallel State?
The Parallel State was directed by Octav Chelaru.
Who stars in The Parallel State?
The principal cast of The Parallel State includes Gabriel Huian, Alin Florea, Costel Cașcaval, Ana Maria Bucura, Ana Popescu.
When was The Parallel State released and how long is it?
The Parallel State was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 23m.