The Torrent
Originally released in 2012. The Torrent is a drama film. directed by Simon Lavoie. With a runtime of 2h 32m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Victor Andres Trelles Turgeon, Laurence Leboeuf, and Dominique Quesnel
Synopsis
It’s 1922 in the Quebec countryside, and Claudine Perreault has big plans for her son, François. He’ll enter the priesthood so that God will forgive her for bearing a child out of wedlock. But 17-year-old François is dead set against joining the seminary. Enraged, Claudine strikes him so violently he goes deaf. After his mother’s death, François begins a different kind of relationship with a woman when he buys the wild and aloof young Amica from an Innu peddler.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 26, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
2h 32m
152 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (10 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Canada
Production
Director
Top Cast
Victor Andres Trelles Turgeon
as François
Laurence Leboeuf
as Amica / Claudine
Dominique Quesnel
as Dominique
Anthony Therrien
as François
Marco Bacon
as Peddler
Roger Blay
as Clochard
Normand Canac-Marquis
as Headmaster
Aubert Pallascio
as Vieil instituteur
Martin Desgagné
as Jeune instituteur
Alain Gabriel
as Surveillant
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Torrent about?
It’s 1922 in the Quebec countryside, and Claudine Perreault has big plans for her son, François. He’ll enter the priesthood so that God will forgive her for bearing a child out of wedlock. But...
Who directed The Torrent?
The Torrent was directed by Simon Lavoie.
How long is The Torrent?
The Torrent has a runtime of 2 hours and 32 minutes (152 minutes total).
When was The Torrent released?
The Torrent was released on October 26, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Torrent?
The main cast of The Torrent includes Victor Andres Trelles Turgeon, Laurence Leboeuf, Dominique Quesnel, Anthony Therrien, Marco Bacon.