The Railroad Lady
"Sometimes life seems to pass at 300 km/h"
Originally released in 2016. The Railroad Lady is a comedy/drama film. directed by Timo von Gunten. At just 30 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jane Birkin, Gilles Tschudi, and Lucien Guignard
Synopsis
Élise Lafontaine has a secret routine. Every morning and evening for many years, she has been waving at the express train that passes her house. One fateful day, she finds a letter from the train conductor in her garden and her lonely life is turned upside down. She engages in a promising correspondence through poetic and thoughtful letters where the two anonymous writers share their worlds with each other. But Elise’s fairytale is cut short when the train line permanently detours for a shorter route to Paris. Not willing to do without her daily delight, Elise prompts a daring escape from her comfort zone and sets out to find the train conductor.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 5, 2016
9 years ago
Runtime
0h 30m
30 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (28 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Switzerland
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Jacques à Bâle Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Railroad Lady about?
Élise Lafontaine has a secret routine. Every morning and evening for many years, she has been waving at the express train that passes her house. One fateful day, she finds a letter from the train ...
Who directed The Railroad Lady?
The Railroad Lady was directed by Timo von Gunten.
How long is The Railroad Lady?
The Railroad Lady has a runtime of 0 hours and 30 minutes (30 minutes total).
When was The Railroad Lady released?
The Railroad Lady was released on August 5, 2016 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Railroad Lady?
The main cast of The Railroad Lady includes Jane Birkin, Gilles Tschudi, Lucien Guignard, Mathieu Bisson, Manuela Biedermann.