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Ruin (2013): cast, story & where to watch

2013 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 2013, Ruin is a notable film directed by Amiel Courtin-Wilson, running about 90 minutes.

What it’s about. Phirun is 19 years old and lives in Phnom Penh. One day he is accused of theft and involuntarily injures his employer. Phirun escapes and during his flight, he meets Sovanna; a powerful bond grows between the two of them, and develops into love. Amiel Courtin-Wilson is Australian, and made his debut at the Sundance Film Festival in 2000 with Chasing Buddha; since then he has made many films, screened at the major film festivals. In 2011 he directed Hail, presented at the 68th Venice International Film Festival in the Orizzonti section. Michael Cody, producer, director and screenwriter, has often collaborated with Courtin-Wilson and now they are back together with Ruin.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Ruin has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In AU you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ruin page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Ruin (2013)?
In AU, Ruin is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Ruin worth watching?
Ruin holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was Ruin released?
Ruin was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.