Movie

The Ax

“Some people would die to get (him) this job.”

★ 6.9(224)20051h 58m

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Good to know

Director: Costa-Gavras
Release date: 2005-03-02
Runtime: 1h 58m
Language: Dutch
Box office: $4,900,000
Budget: $5,400,000
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: KG Productions

About The Ax

The Ax is a 2005 movie in the Comedy, Crime and Drama genres, directed by Costa-Gavras, starring José Garcia, Karin Viard and Ulrich Tukur. It has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 224 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Ax in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Bruno loved his job as a middle manager at a paper company, but optimistically views being laid off as an opportunity. After two years of searching for a comparable position, optimism turns to desperation. His wife works two jobs, and their marriage slowly deteriorates as their hold on the middle class slips away. Bruno concocts a grimly audacious plan to identify and kill his fellow job applicants so that he is the only qualified person left.

Cast

José Garcia

Bruno Davert

Karin Viard

Marlène Davert

Ulrich Tukur

Gérard Hutchinson

Olivier Gourmet

Raymond Machefer

Yvon Back

Etienne Barnet

Thierry Hancisse

Inspector Kesler

Olga Grumberg

Iris Thompson

Geordy Couturiau

Maxime Davert

Christa Théret

Betty Davert

Yolande Moreau

Post Office Clerk

Dieudonné Kabongo

Quinlan Longus

Jean-Pierre Gos

Garage Owner

Themes & keywords

based on novel or bookcapitalismeconomyunemploymentcorporationpaper industryunemployedluger

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Ax in Mexico?+

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

Is The Ax on Netflix?+

The Ax is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Ax?+

The Ax has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).

Who stars in The Ax?+

The Ax stars José Garcia, Karin Viard, Ulrich Tukur, Olivier Gourmet and Yvon Back.

When did The Ax come out?+

The Ax is a 2005 movie directed by Costa-Gavras.

What genre is The Ax?+

The Ax is Comedy, Crime, Drama and Thriller film.

Who directed The Ax?+

The Ax was directed by Costa-Gavras.