American Translation
Synopsis
From the moment they meet, brooding Chris and the beautiful Aurore fall instantly and passionately in love but it's not long before their intense connection is consumed by Chris's dark obsession with gay men. Before long, the pair embarks on a violent and sexual journey filled with seduction and destruction of young gay hustlers.
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American Translation - Bande Annonce
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-03-29
Top Cast
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Lizzie Brocheré
Aurore
Pierre Perrier
Chris
Karl E. Landler
Inspector Thomas
Djédjé Apali
Inspector Malherbe
Jean-Marc Barr
William
Benjamin Bollen
Young boy
Esteban Carvajal-Alegria
Young student
Laurent Delbecque
Nick
Frederic Eng-Li
Asian delivery man
Ionita Radu Georgescu
Vlad
Yamin Gougmar
Pizza delivery man
Arthur Harel
Stephane
Pierre-Yves Kiebbe
Mr. Levant
Manon Klein
Girl
Arnaud Koller
Henri
Gray Orsatelli
Matt
Marc Rioufol
The priest
Thomas Rouer
Alex
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 24, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean-Marc Barr, Pascal Arnold
- Screenplay & Story
- Pascal Arnold, Lucy Allwood
- Original Title
- American Translation
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French, English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Production Studios
- L.C.J. Editions & Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean-Marc Barr, Pascal Arnold
Pascal Arnold, Lucy Allwood
Jean-Marc Barr, Chris Keohane
Jean-Marc Barr, Teddy Vermeulin
Teddy Vermeulin, Pascal Arnold, Jean-Marc Barr
Department Leadership Roster
Pascal Arnold
Writer
Jean-Marc Barr
Director
Lucy Allwood
Writer
Pascal Arnold
Director
Jean-Marc Barr
Editor
Teddy Vermeulin
Producer
Teddy Vermeulin
Editor
Pascal Arnold
Producer
Jean-Marc Barr
Producer
Jean-Marc Barr
Director of Photography
Chris Keohane
Director of Photography
Mimi Lempicka
Costume Design
Benoît Tetelin
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Tous publics — Universal audience.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About American Translation
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What is American Translation about?
From the moment they meet, brooding Chris and the beautiful Aurore fall instantly and passionately in love but it's not long before their intense connection is consumed by Chris's dark obsession with gay men. Before long, the pair embarks on a violent and sexual journey filled with seduction and destruction of young gay hustlers.
Who directed American Translation?
American Translation was directed by Jean-Marc Barr, Pascal Arnold.
Who stars in American Translation?
The principal cast of American Translation includes Lizzie Brocheré, Pierre Perrier, Karl E. Landler, Djédjé Apali, Jean-Marc Barr.
When was American Translation released and how long is it?
American Translation was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for American Translation?
American Translation holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).