Astragal
Originally released in 2015. Astragal is a romance/drama film. directed by Brigitte Sy.
Starring Leïla Bekhti, Reda Kateb, and Esther Garrel
Synopsis
On a night of April 1957, Albertine, a brillant and rebel 19-year-old girl, jumps from the wall of the prison where she’s serving a sentence for a holdup. In her fall, a bone from her ankle breaks: the astragal. She is rescued by Julien, a justice fugitive, and so is born a burning passion between them. He takes her to Paris and hides her. But while he leads his gangster life here and there, the young woman struggles for her freedom and against the wounds inflicted by Julien’s absence, and writes poetry.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 8, 2015
10 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (39 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Alfama Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Astragal about?
On a night of April 1957, Albertine, a brillant and rebel 19-year-old girl, jumps from the wall of the prison where she’s serving a sentence for a holdup. In her fall, a bone from her ankle break...
Who directed Astragal?
Astragal was directed by Brigitte Sy.
How long is Astragal?
Astragal has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was Astragal released?
Astragal was released on April 8, 2015 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Astragal?
The main cast of Astragal includes Leïla Bekhti, Reda Kateb, Esther Garrel, India Hair, Jean-Benoît Ugeux.