Bigger Than Us
Synopsis
For six years, Melati, 18, has been fighting the plastic pollution that is ravaging her country, Indonesia. Like her, a generation is rising up to fix the world. Everywhere, teenagers and young adults are fighting for human rights, the climate, freedom of expression, social justice, access to education or food. Dignity. Alone against all odds, sometimes risking their lives and safety, they protect, denounce and care for others. The earth. And they change everything. Melati goes to meet them across the globe. At a time when everything seems to be or has been falling apart, these young people show us how to live. And what it means to be in the world today.
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BIGGER THAN US by Flore Vasseur (2021) - Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-06-21
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 25, 2023
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Flore Vasseur
- Original Score
- Rémi Boubal
- Original Title
- Bigger Than Us
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- Indonesian, Chichewa; Nyanja, English, Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Elzévir Films, All You Need is Prod, Big Mother Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Flore Vasseur
Rémi Boubal
Christophe Offenstein
Aurélie Jourdan, Pierre Haberer
Marion Cotillard, Denis Carot, Flore Vasseur
Department Leadership Roster
Flore Vasseur
Director
Marion Cotillard
Producer
Denis Carot
Producer
Flore Vasseur
Producer
Aurélie Jourdan
Editor
Pierre Haberer
Editor
Christophe Offenstein
Director of Photography
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bigger Than Us
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What is Bigger Than Us about?
For six years, Melati, 18, has been fighting the plastic pollution that is ravaging her country, Indonesia. Like her, a generation is rising up to fix the world. Everywhere, teenagers and young adults are fighting for human rights, the climate, freedom of expression, social justice, access to education or food. Dignity. Alone against all odds, sometimes risking their lives and safety, they protect, denounce and care for others. The earth. And they change everything. Melati goes to meet them across the globe. At a time when everything seems to be or has been falling apart, these young people show us how to live. And what it means to be in the world today.
Who directed Bigger Than Us?
Bigger Than Us was directed by Flore Vasseur.
Who stars in Bigger Than Us?
The principal cast of Bigger Than Us includes Melati Wijsen, Xiuhtezcatl Martinez, Rene Silva, Memory Banda, Mohamad Al Jounde.
When was Bigger Than Us released and how long is it?
Bigger Than Us was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Bigger Than Us?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bigger Than Us was composed by Rémi Boubal.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bigger Than Us?
Bigger Than Us holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).