In the Billowing Night (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2021, In the Billowing Night is a documentary film directed by Erika Etangsalé, running about 51 minutes.
What it’s about. Jean-René is a retired workman who has lived in Mâcon, France, since emigrating from Reunion Island at the age of 17. Today, for the first time ever, the quiet man recounts his story to his daughter. His journey is interspersed with enigmatic dreams and pains that are rooted in the wounds of the French colonial past.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, In the Billowing Night has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on DocAlliance Films and rent or buy it from DocAlliance Films. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch In the Billowing Night page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch In the Billowing Night (2021)?
- In US, In the Billowing Night is available to stream on DocAlliance Films, and rent or buy from DocAlliance Films. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is In the Billowing Night worth watching?
- In the Billowing Night holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was In the Billowing Night released?
- In the Billowing Night was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 51 minutes.