Barrage (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2017, Barrage is a drama film directed by Laura Schroeder, running about 112 minutes. “Mother and daughter... everything is possible in the name of love and affection.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After ten years abroad, Catherine returns to Luxembourg, to catch up with her daughter Alba, brought up by Catherine’s mother Elisabeth. Alba is cold and distant with this stranger showing up unexpectedly in her life, so is Elisabeth, keen to keep her protégée to herself. One day, Catherine cannot take it anymore. She kidnaps Alba and takes her on a trip to a lake up North. Begins an unsettling journey into the puzzling world of motherly love, only to find out that sometimes the true opponent is yourself.
Who’s in it. Barrage stars Lolita Chammah as Catherine, Thémis Pauwels as Alba, Isabelle Huppert as Elisabeth and Elsa Houben as Agathe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Barrage has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Barrage page.
If you liked it. Fans of Barrage tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Barrage (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Barrage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Barrage worth watching?
- Barrage holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Barrage?
- Barrage stars Lolita Chammah, Thémis Pauwels, Isabelle Huppert, Elsa Houben and Luc Schiltz.
- When was Barrage released?
- Barrage was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.