Movie

Code Unknown

“Love has a language all its own.”

★ 6.7(278)20001h 58m

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Good to know

Director: Michael Haneke
Release date: 2000-11-15
Runtime: 1h 58m
Language: Arabic
Box office: $95,242
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: Les Films Alain Sarde

Code Unknown — trailer

About Code Unknown

Code Unknown is a 2000 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Michael Haneke, starring Juliette Binoche, Thierry Neuvic and Josef Bierbichler. It has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 278 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Code Unknown in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A series of events unfold like a chain reaction, all stemming from a minor event that brings the film's five characters together. Set in Paris, France, Anne is an actress whose boyfriend Georges photographs the war in Kosovo. Georges' brother, Jean, is looking for the entry code to Georges' apartment. These characters' lives interconnect with a Romanian immigrant and a deaf teacher.

Cast

Juliette Binoche

Anne Laurent

Thierry Neuvic

Georges

Josef Bierbichler

Bauer

Alexandre Hamidi

Jean

Maimouna Hélène Diarra

Aminate

Ona Lu Yenke

Amadou

Djibril Kouyaté

The Father

Luminița Gheorghiu

Maria

Crenguța Hariton

Irina

Bob Nicolescu

Dragos

Bruno Todeschini

Pierre

Paulus Manker

Perrin

Themes & keywords

immigrantparis, francehomeless

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Code Unknown in South Africa?+

Code Unknown is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Code Unknown on Netflix?+

Code Unknown is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is Code Unknown?+

Code Unknown has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes (118 minutes).

Who stars in Code Unknown?+

Code Unknown stars Juliette Binoche, Thierry Neuvic, Josef Bierbichler, Alexandre Hamidi and Maimouna Hélène Diarra.

When did Code Unknown come out?+

Code Unknown is a 2000 movie directed by Michael Haneke.

What genre is Code Unknown?+

Code Unknown is Drama film.

Who directed Code Unknown?+

Code Unknown was directed by Michael Haneke.