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Almayer's Folly

NR2h 8m2012Chantal Akerman
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In 1940s Malaysia, European merchant Kaspar Almayer is obsessed with finding a treasure to secure his daughter's future. His dreams fall victim to the pressure of his own greed, which becomes a torment. Compounding this is the oppressive English domination dominating the country – and that which brings ruin to the remote village where he lives.

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What is Almayer's Folly (2012) about?

In 1940s Malaysia, European merchant Kaspar Almayer is obsessed with finding a treasure to secure his daughter's future. His dreams fall victim to the pressure of his own greed, which becomes a torment. Compounding this is the oppressive English domination dominating the country – and that which brings ruin to the remote village where he lives.

Who stars in Almayer's Folly?

Almayer's Folly stars Stanislas Merhar (Almayer), Marc Barbé (Capt. Lingard), Aurora Marion (Nina), Zac Andrianasolo (Daïn), Sakhna Oum (Zahira). The film was directed by Chantal Akerman.

How long is Almayer's Folly?

Almayer's Folly has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 2012. It is rated NR.

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