The Man by the Shore (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1993, The Man by the Shore is a drama film directed by Raoul Peck, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. Early 1960s Haiti during 'Papa Doc' Duvalier's dictatorship seen through the eyes of a young girl whose family has suffered heavily.
Who’s in it. The Man by the Shore stars Jennifer Zubar as Sarah, Toto Bissainthe as Camille, Patrick Rameau as Sorel and Jean-Michel Martial as Janvier, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Man by the Shore has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man by the Shore page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man by the Shore tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man by the Shore (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man by the Shore change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man by the Shore worth watching?
- The Man by the Shore holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Man by the Shore?
- The Man by the Shore stars Jennifer Zubar, Toto Bissainthe, Patrick Rameau, Jean-Michel Martial and Mireille Metellus.
- When was The Man by the Shore released?
- The Man by the Shore was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.