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Water Drops on Burning Rocks

2000·Movie·86 min·6.4(132)

Based on the first full-length play by R.W. Fassbender.

In 1970s Germany, Léopold, a 50-year-old businessman, picks up and seduces 20-year-old Franz, who swiftly moves into his apartment. The dynamic between them intensifies with the sudden arrival of their ex-girlfriends.

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United StatesBFI Player Amazon Channel
GermanyApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceMolotov TVApple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD

About Water Drops on Burning Rocks

Water Drops on Burning Rocks is a 2000 French-language drama, romance and comedy film directed by François Ozon. The cast is led by Bernard Giraudeau, Malik Zidi, Ludivine Sagnier. It has a runtime of 1h 26m. Viewers rate it 6.4/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on BFI Player Amazon Channel.

Water Drops on Burning Rocks was produced by Fidélité Productions, Les Films Alain Sarde, and Eurospace and made in France and Japan. It was released on March 15, 2000. At the box office it grossed around $0 million worldwide.

Director
François Ozon
Writers
François Ozon, Rainer Werner Fassbinder
Release date
March 15, 2000
Original language
French
Status
Released
Country
France, Japan
Box office
$0 million
Production
Fidélité Productions, Les Films Alain Sarde, Eurospace
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Water Drops on Burning Rocks cast & crew

Water Drops on Burning Rocks was directed by François Ozon and written by François Ozon and Rainer Werner Fassbinder.

The cast features Bernard Giraudeau as Léopold, Malik Zidi as Franz, Ludivine Sagnier as Anna, and Anna Thomson as Véra.

Behind the camera, cinematography is by Jeanne Lapoirie and it was produced by Marc Missonnier and Alain Sarde.

Is Water Drops on Burning Rocks worth watching?

Water Drops on Burning Rocks holds an audience score of 6.4/10 from 132 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 1h 26m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama, romance, and comedy, Water Drops on Burning Rocks is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Water Drops on Burning Rocks

Bernard Giraudeau

Bernard Giraudeau

Léopold

Malik Zidi

Malik Zidi

Franz

Ludivine Sagnier

Ludivine Sagnier

Anna

Anna Thomson

Anna Thomson

Véra

Water Drops on Burning Rocks — FAQs

Where can I watch Water Drops on Burning Rocks in United States?

Water Drops on Burning Rocks is streaming on BFI Player Amazon Channel in United States.

Is Water Drops on Burning Rocks on BFI Player Amazon Channel?

Yes — Water Drops on Burning Rocks is currently available on BFI Player Amazon Channel in United States.

What language is Water Drops on Burning Rocks in?

Water Drops on Burning Rocks is originally in French, with audio tracks including French, German. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Water Drops on Burning Rocks?

Water Drops on Burning Rocks runs 1 hours 26 minutes (86 minutes).

What is Water Drops on Burning Rocks rated?

It holds a 6.4/10 audience score from 132 ratings.

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