The Ax
"Some people would die to get (him) this job."
Originally released in 2005. The Ax is a comedy/crime film. directed by Costa-Gavras. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring José Garcia, Karin Viard, and Geordy Monfils
Synopsis
Bruno is a former paper mill worker who has been unemployed for three years. Concluding that there is too much competition in his line of work, he decides to eliminate his competition permanently.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 2, 2005
20 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (206 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
+ 2 more
Director
Top Cast
José Garcia
as Bruno Davert
Karin Viard
as Marlène Davert
Geordy Monfils
as Maxime Davert
Christa Théret
as Betty Davert
Ulrich Tukur
as Hutchinson
Olivier Gourmet
as Machefer
Yvon Back
as Etienne Barnet
Thierry Hancisse
as Inspector Kesler
Olga Grumberg
as Iris Thompson
Yolande Moreau
as Post Office Clerk
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- KG Productions
- StudioCanal
- France 2 Cinéma
- Les Films du Fleuve
- RTBF
- SCOPE Invest
- Wanda Visión
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Ax about?
Bruno is a former paper mill worker who has been unemployed for three years. Concluding that there is too much competition in his line of work, he decides to eliminate his competition permanently.
Who directed The Ax?
The Ax was directed by Costa-Gavras.
How long is The Ax?
The Ax has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was The Ax released?
The Ax was released on March 2, 2005 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Ax?
The main cast of The Ax includes José Garcia, Karin Viard, Geordy Monfils, Christa Théret, Ulrich Tukur.
Is The Ax worth watching?
The Ax has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 206 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.