The Passenger
Le passager
Synopsis
When he learns of the death of his older brother Richard, Thomas sets out for Marseilles to identify the body. Having collected his brother’s possessions, he returns to their home town, hoping to recall their earlier life together. Here, Thomas insinuates himself into the company of Richard’s friends, whilst keeping his own identity a secret. As he does so, he begins to bring his brother back to life, although not all the memories are pleasant ones...
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Julie Depardieu
Jeanne
Vincent Rottiers
Lucas
Maurice Bénichou
Joseph
Nathalie Richard
Suzanne
Maurice Garrel
Gilbert
Rémi Martin
Richard
Olivier Gueritée
Jeune café (as Olivier Guéritée)
Éric Caravaca
Thomas
Camille Pélicier
Agnès (as Camille Pelicier-Brouet)
Alexis Pivot
Jeune café
Antoine Laurent
Copain Richard
Michelle Goddet
Employée morgue
Julie Quéré
Suzanne jeune
Jérôme Petament
Le gendarme
Fred Messa
Real astate agent
Candice Gérardin
Jeune café
Pauline Dubreuil
Jeune café
Louis Gensollen
Thomas jeune
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 12, 2006
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Éric Caravaca
- Original Title
- Le passager
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Éric Caravaca
Department Leadership Roster
Éric Caravaca
Director
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What is The Passenger about?
When he learns of the death of his older brother Richard, Thomas sets out for Marseilles to identify the body. Having collected his brother’s possessions, he returns to their home town, hoping to recall their earlier life together. Here, Thomas insinuates himself into the company of Richard’s friends, whilst keeping his own identity a secret. As he does so, he begins to bring his brother back to life, although not all the memories are pleasant ones...
Who directed The Passenger?
The Passenger was directed by Éric Caravaca.
Who stars in The Passenger?
The principal cast of The Passenger includes Julie Depardieu, Vincent Rottiers, Maurice Bénichou, Nathalie Richard, Maurice Garrel.
When was The Passenger released and how long is it?
The Passenger was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.