Combat (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 3.7
Released in 2006, Combat is a drama film directed by Patrick Carpentier, running about 57 minutes.
What it’s about. Told in three parts, Patrick Carpentier's "The Irregularity of the tearing" is a three part cine-diary on intimacy, sensuality and desire. Part one, "God is a Dog" (2004) is shot on Super 8 and confronts the film makers remembrances of childhood memories and how they interact with his adult love encounters. Section two, "Les 9 mardis" (The 9 Tuesdays) (2005) deals with the absurdity of the passage of time. Time that reopens and closes past wounds, time the provides the courage to continue. The final installment is "Combat," winner of the 2006 Berlin Teddy Award for best gay film. The tale of two young men both deeply in love who can only express their feelings through acts of physical violence committed upon each other. Full moons and lush forests frame this deeply felt and moving love story between two beautiful, youthful men.
Who’s in it. Combat stars Léo Joris as K. and Tomas Matauko as P..
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.7/10, Combat has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Combat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Combat tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Combat (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Combat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Combat worth watching?
- Combat holds an audience score of 3.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Combat?
- Combat stars Léo Joris and Tomas Matauko.
- When was Combat released?
- Combat was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 57 minutes.