The Perpetual Leek (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2021, The Perpetual Leek is a documentary film directed by Zoé Chantre, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. "This film begins on the 5th of March. Every year, on this exact date, an ant comes in under my front door and I watch it. For her, it’s the beginning of spring, for me it’s my mother’s birthday. The ant feeds its queen who then lays eggs and I ask myself the question of whether I do or do not want to have a baby just at the point when my mother, who is suffering from cancer, is approaching the end of her life.” – Zoé Chantre
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Perpetual Leek 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 Perpetual Leek page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Perpetual Leek tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Perpetual Leek (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Perpetual Leek change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Perpetual Leek worth watching?
- The Perpetual Leek holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Perpetual Leek released?
- The Perpetual Leek was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.