In the Billowing Night
Lèv la tèt dann fénwar
Synopsis
Jean-René is a retired workman who has lived in Mâcon, France, since emigrating from Reunion Island at the age of 17. Today, for the first time ever, the quiet man recounts his story to his daughter. His journey is interspersed with enigmatic dreams and pains that are rooted in the wounds of the French colonial past.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Festival international de cinéma de Marseille
Festival / Special Debut
May 4, 2022
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Erika Etangsalé
- Screenplay & Story
- Erika Etangsalé
- Original Title
- Lèv la tèt dann fénwar
- Country of Origin
- France, Reunion
- Spoken Languages
- French, Malagasy, Wolof
- Runtime
- 51m
- Production Studios
- We Film, Les Films du Haut d'un Arbre, Le Fresnoy, VMP Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Erika Etangsalé
Erika Etangsalé
Jonathan Rubin, Fiona Braillon
Marianne Haroche
Department Leadership Roster
Erika Etangsalé
Director
Jonathan Rubin
Director of Photography
Erika Etangsalé
Screenplay
Fiona Braillon
Director of Photography
Marianne Haroche
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for In the Billowing Night.
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Frequently Asked Questions About In the Billowing Night
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is In the Billowing Night about?
Jean-René is a retired workman who has lived in Mâcon, France, since emigrating from Reunion Island at the age of 17. Today, for the first time ever, the quiet man recounts his story to his daughter. His journey is interspersed with enigmatic dreams and pains that are rooted in the wounds of the French colonial past.
Who directed In the Billowing Night?
In the Billowing Night was directed by Erika Etangsalé.
Who stars in In the Billowing Night?
The principal cast of In the Billowing Night includes Not specified.
When was In the Billowing Night released and how long is it?
In the Billowing Night was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 51m.