Combat
Originally released in 2006. Combat is a drama film. directed by Patrick Carpentier. At just 57 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Léo Joris and Tomas Matauko
Synopsis
Told in three parts, Patrick Carpentier's "The Irregularity of the tearing" is a three part cine-diary on intimacy, sensuality and desire. Part one, "God is a Dog" (2004) is shot on Super 8 and confronts the film makers remembrances of childhood memories and how they interact with his adult love encounters. Section two, "Les 9 mardis" (The 9 Tuesdays) (2005) deals with the absurdity of the passage of time. Time that reopens and closes past wounds, time the provides the courage to continue. The final installment is "Combat," winner of the 2006 Berlin Teddy Award for best gay film. The tale of two young men both deeply in love who can only express their feelings through acts of physical violence committed upon each other. Full moons and lush forests frame this deeply felt and moving love story between two beautiful, youthful men.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 16, 2006
19 years ago
Runtime
0h 57m
57 minutes total
User Rating
3.7/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Belgium
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Thank You & Good Night Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Combat about?
Told in three parts, Patrick Carpentier's "The Irregularity of the tearing" is a three part cine-diary on intimacy, sensuality and desire. Part one, "God is a Dog" (2004) is shot on Super 8 and con...
Who directed Combat?
Combat was directed by Patrick Carpentier.
How long is Combat?
Combat has a runtime of 0 hours and 57 minutes (57 minutes total).
When was Combat released?
Combat was released on February 16, 2006 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Combat?
The main cast of Combat includes Léo Joris, Tomas Matauko.