Movie

The Idol

★ 5.0(9)20021h 50m

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Good to know

Director: Samantha Lang
Release date: 2002-08-06
Runtime: 1h 50m
Language: Cantonese
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: ARTE France Cinéma

About The Idol

The Idol is a 2002 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Samantha Lang, starring James Hong, Leelee Sobieski and Jean-Paul Roussillon. It has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.0/10 from 9 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Idol in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An Australian actress forms a spiritual bond with an elderly Chinese chef who lives across from her in a Parisian tenement house.

Cast

James Hong

Zao

Leelee Sobieski

Sara Silver

Jean-Paul Roussillon

Roger Castellac

Jalil Lespert

Philippe

Marie Loboda

Caroline

Jany Gastaldi

Madame Bordas

Liliane Montevecchi

Nicole

Liliane Rovère

Gilberte

Rémy Roubakha

Le Taxi

Esse Lawson

La femme-flic

Fred Cacheux

Le Flic

Olivier Augrond

Le pompier

Themes & keywords

suicide thoughtswoman director

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Idol in Mexico?+

The Idol 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 Idol on Netflix?+

The Idol is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Idol?+

The Idol has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

Who stars in The Idol?+

The Idol stars James Hong, Leelee Sobieski, Jean-Paul Roussillon, Jalil Lespert and Marie Loboda.

When did The Idol come out?+

The Idol is a 2002 movie directed by Samantha Lang.

What genre is The Idol?+

The Idol is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed The Idol?+

The Idol was directed by Samantha Lang.