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The Seventh Continent

161h 47m1989Michael Haneke
IMDb: 7.6/10Rotten: 67%Metacritic: 89/100
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Chronicles three years of a middle-class family seemingly caught up in their daily routines, troubled only by minor incidents. Behind their apparent calm and repetitive existence, however, they're planning something much more sinister.

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NihilismBoredomModernityFamily's Daily LifeMaterialismAustriaOnly ChildBased On True StoryMiddle ClassDysfunctional Family

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Seventh Continent (1989) about?

Chronicles three years of a middle-class family seemingly caught up in their daily routines, troubled only by minor incidents. Behind their apparent calm and repetitive existence, however, they're planning something much more sinister.

Who stars in The Seventh Continent?

The Seventh Continent stars Birgit Doll (Anna Schober), Dieter Berner (Georg Schober), Leni Tanzer (Eva Schober), Silvia Fenz (Optician Customer), Robert Dietl (Georg's Superior). The film was directed by Michael Haneke.

How long is The Seventh Continent?

The Seventh Continent has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1989. It is rated 16.

Is The Seventh Continent worth watching?

The Seventh Continent holds an IMDb rating of 7.6/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 67. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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