Far from China (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 2001, Far from China is a drama film directed by C.S. Leigh, running about 89 minutes. “The sum of four parts makes more than a whole...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young female writer whose father was a militant activist struggles to come to terms with this cumbersome legacy.
Who’s in it. Far from China stars Aurélia Thiérrée as Nana, Lambert Wilson as Jean-Pierre, Antoine Chappey as Joseph Novak and Steven Mackintosh as Noah, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Far from China has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Far from China page.
If you liked it. Fans of Far from China tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Far from China (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Far from China change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Far from China worth watching?
- Far from China holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Far from China?
- Far from China stars Aurélia Thiérrée, Lambert Wilson, Antoine Chappey, Steven Mackintosh and Marianne Faithfull.
- When was Far from China released?
- Far from China was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.