American Translation (2011): cast, story & where to watch

2011 · Film · ★ 5.9

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Released in 2011, American Translation is a drama and mystery film directed by Jean-Marc Barr, running about 109 minutes.

What it’s about. From the moment they meet, brooding Chris and the beautiful Aurore fall instantly and passionately in love but it's not long before their intense connection is consumed by Chris's dark obsession with gay men. Before long, the pair embarks on a violent and sexual journey filled with seduction and destruction of young gay hustlers.

Who’s in it. American Translation stars Lizzie Brocheré as Aurore, Pierre Perrier as Chris, Karl E. Landler as Inspector Thomas and Djédjé Apali as Inspector Malherbe, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, American Translation has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch American Translation page.

If you liked it. Fans of American Translation tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch American Translation (2011)?
In US, American Translation is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is American Translation worth watching?
American Translation holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in American Translation?
American Translation stars Lizzie Brocheré, Pierre Perrier, Karl E. Landler, Djédjé Apali and Jean-Marc Barr.
When was American Translation released?
American Translation was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.