Amok
Originally released in 1993. Amok is a drama/comedy film. directed by Joël Farges.
Starring Fanny Ardant, Sonja Kirchberger, and Andrzej Seweryn
Synopsis
Whenever people are released from their society's constraints, there is the possibility that they will behave badly, at least according to the rules of the society they have left behind. This seems to have been particularly the case for Europeans living in colonial establishments in Africa and Asia. In this drama, based on a story by Stefan Zweig, Dr. Steiner (Andrzej Seweryn) was caught with his fingers in the till at a German hospital. Rather than prosecute him, they gave him the option of emigrating elsewhere. He chose to serve at a clinic in a remote part of Portuguese Goa. He has been on his best behavior for years, but when the beautiful wife (Fanny Ardant) of a diplomat comes to him asking for an abortion, he is tempted to ask for sexual favors in return, and his life swiftly goes out of control.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 9, 1993
32 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- AB Films
- MGN Filmes
- NEF Filmproduktion & Vertrieb (I)
- CNC
- Instituto Português de Cinema (IPC)
- Sofica Investimage 4
- Sofinergie 2
- Canal+
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amok about?
Whenever people are released from their society's constraints, there is the possibility that they will behave badly, at least according to the rules of the society they have left behind. This seems...
Who directed Amok?
Amok was directed by Joël Farges.
How long is Amok?
Amok has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Amok released?
Amok was released on October 9, 1993 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Amok?
The main cast of Amok includes Fanny Ardant, Sonja Kirchberger, Andrzej Seweryn, Bernard Le Coq, Joaquim de Almeida.