Both Sides of the Blade
Avec amour et acharnement
Synopsis
Jean and Sara have been living together for 10 years. When they first met, Sara was living with François, Jean’s best friend and an admirer from back when he played rugby. Jean and Sara love each other. One day, Sara sees François in the street. He does not notice her, but she is overtaken by the sensation that her life could suddenly change. François gets back in touch with Jean. For the first time in years. He suggests they start working together again. From here on, things spiral out of control.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-07-28
Top Cast
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Juliette Binoche
Sara
Vincent Lindon
Jean
Grégoire Colin
François
Bulle Ogier
Nelly
Issa Perica
Marcus
Alice Houri
Employee Commercial Court
Mati Diop
Gabrielle
Bruno Podalydès
Inauguration Guest
Lola Créton
Lola
Richard Courcet
Postal Employee
Hind Darwich
Self
Lilian Thuram
Self
Pierre Hiessler
Neighbor with the Dog
Melvin Nkosi
Phone Salesman / Honking Man
Hana Magimel
Arturo Giusi
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 46 DaysBerlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
July 8, 2022
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 23, 2022
VOD & Digital Platforms
January 3, 2023
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1.7M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Claire Denis
- Screenplay & Story
- Christine Angot, Claire Denis
- Original Score
- Stuart A. Staples, David Boulter, Neil Fraser, Dan McKinna, Al Macaulay, Dickon Hinchliffe, Mark Colwill
- Original Title
- Avec amour et acharnement
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Worldwide Gross
- $1.7M
- Production Studios
- Curiosa Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Claire Denis
Christine Angot, Claire Denis
Stuart A. Staples, David Boulter, Neil Fraser, Dan McKinna, Al Macaulay, Dickon Hinchliffe, Mark Colwill
Éric Gautier
Guy Lecorne, Emmanuelle Pencalet, Sandie Bompar
Emilien Bignon, Christine de Jekel, Olivier Delbosc
Department Leadership Roster
Éric Gautier
Director of Photography
Guy Lecorne
Editor
Judy Shrewsbury
Costume Design
Emmanuelle Pencalet
Editor
Arnaud de Moléron
Production Design
Sandie Bompar
Editor
Christine Angot
Screenplay
Claire Denis
Screenplay
Stuart A. Staples
Original Music Composer
Claire Denis
Director
Olivier Delbosc
Producer
David Boulter
Original Music Composer
Neil Fraser
Original Music Composer
Dan McKinna
Original Music Composer
Al Macaulay
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Both Sides of the Blade
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What is Both Sides of the Blade about?
Jean and Sara have been living together for 10 years. When they first met, Sara was living with François, Jean’s best friend and an admirer from back when he played rugby. Jean and Sara love each other. One day, Sara sees François in the street. He does not notice her, but she is overtaken by the sensation that her life could suddenly change. François gets back in touch with Jean. For the first time in years. He suggests they start working together again. From here on, things spiral out of control.
Who directed Both Sides of the Blade?
Both Sides of the Blade was directed by Claire Denis.
Who stars in Both Sides of the Blade?
The principal cast of Both Sides of the Blade includes Juliette Binoche, Vincent Lindon, Grégoire Colin, Bulle Ogier, Issa Perica.
When was Both Sides of the Blade released and how long is it?
Both Sides of the Blade was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 57m.
How much did Both Sides of the Blade make at the box office?
Both Sides of the Blade grossed $1.7M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Both Sides of the Blade?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Both Sides of the Blade was composed by Stuart A. Staples, David Boulter, Neil Fraser, Dan McKinna, Al Macaulay, Dickon Hinchliffe, Mark Colwill.
Is Both Sides of the Blade based on a book or true story?
Both Sides of the Blade is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Christine Angot".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Both Sides of the Blade?
Both Sides of the Blade holds official age classifications: AU: MA15+ (Mature Accompanied — Restricted to persons 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).