Movie

Karnaval

★ 6.2(11)19991h 28m

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Good to know

Director: Thomas Vincent
Release date: 1999-03-03
Runtime: 1h 28m
Language: French
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: ADR Productions

About Karnaval

Karnaval is a 1999 movie in the Drama and Comedy genres, directed by Thomas Vincent, starring Sylvie Testud, Amar ben Abdallah and Clovis Cornillac. It has a runtime of 1 hour 28 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 11 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Karnaval in Australia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Karnaval is set against a backdrop of intolerance and hostility in the gloomy Northern French city of Dunkirk. The story is set during carnival time, when the citizens let themselves loose for six weeks of partying, carousing and having a good time. The film centers on Larbi, an Arab youth, and his confrontation with one of the turning points of his life. After a violent argument with his father, Larbi decides to leave the family's business and go to Marseilles for a fresh start. On his last night in the town he grew up in, he sleeps in the hallway of an apartment building, where he is disturbed by Béa and Christian, a couple having fun at the carnival. Larbi is attracted to Béa and decides to stay a few more days to try his luck. In the free atmosphere of the carnival, Larbi discovers a world that he did not know existed, a world which is about to clash with his conservative outlook, and the three lives are changed forever.

Cast

Sylvie Testud

Béa

Amar ben Abdallah

Larbi

Clovis Cornillac

Christian

Jean-Paul Rouve

Pine

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Karnaval in Australia?+

Karnaval is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Australia. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Karnaval on Netflix?+

Karnaval is not on Netflix in Australia right now.

How long is Karnaval?+

Karnaval has a runtime of 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

Who stars in Karnaval?+

Karnaval stars Sylvie Testud, Amar ben Abdallah, Clovis Cornillac and Jean-Paul Rouve.

When did Karnaval come out?+

Karnaval is a 1999 movie directed by Thomas Vincent.

What genre is Karnaval?+

Karnaval is Drama and Comedy film.

Who directed Karnaval?+

Karnaval was directed by Thomas Vincent.