Crystal Book (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film
Released in 1994, Crystal Book is a drama film directed by Patricia Plattner.
What it’s about. This European thriller, set in Sri Lanka, attempts to expound upon the philosophical implications of life, death, and memory. JB, an academic famed for his studies of oriental culture and alcoholic who has never recovered from his wife's suicide, returns to Sri Lanka to translate a book written on glass. It is supposed to contain Buddha's discourse upon memory. While he is there, an attractive nurse, Julia asks him to assist a young boy who wants to locate his father who is now living in a Tamil-occupied area. The Tamil terrorists will kill any trespassers. Compounding JB's conflict in deciding to go is that his former home where he lived with his wife is in that area. Unbeknownst to him, the boy is really a Tamil spy.
Who’s in it. Crystal Book stars Jean-François Balmer as John Billeter, aka JB, Valeria Bruni Tedeschi as Julia Portal, Douglas Ranasinghe as Siri de Silva and Gamini Fonseka as S.S.P. Molligoda , chief of police.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Crystal Book page.
If you liked it. Fans of Crystal Book tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Crystal Book (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Crystal Book change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Crystal Book?
- Crystal Book stars Jean-François Balmer, Valeria Bruni Tedeschi, Douglas Ranasinghe and Gamini Fonseka.
- When was Crystal Book released?
- Crystal Book was released in 1994.