Friends from France (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2013, Friends from France is a drama film directed by Anne Weil, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. 1979: Cousins Carole and Jérôme go on an organized trip to Odessa, behind the Iron Curtain. During the day, posing as tourists celebrating their engagement, they visit monuments and museums. In the evening they slip away from the group and meet “refuseniks”, Jews persecuted by the Soviet regime for wanting to leave the country. While Carole is motivated by political commitment and a taste for risk, Jérôme’s motivation is Carole.
Who’s in it. Friends from France stars Dmitry Brauer, Ania Bukstein, Alexandre Chacon and Jérémie Lippmann, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Friends from France 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 Friends from France page.
If you liked it. Fans of Friends from France tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Friends from France (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Friends from France change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Friends from France worth watching?
- Friends from France holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Friends from France?
- Friends from France stars Dmitry Brauer, Ania Bukstein, Alexandre Chacon, Jérémie Lippmann and Alexander Senderovich.
- When was Friends from France released?
- Friends from France was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.