Demented (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 2006, Demented is a drama film directed by Laurent Achard, running about 96 minutes. “Martin wanted a family. Instead he got a gun.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. It’s summer and the beginning of the long vacation period for eleven-year-old Martin, who lives on a farm, and, at a loss, observes his family’s disintegration : his mother lives locked-up in her room ; his older brother, who he adores, drowns himself in drink ; and his father, dominated by Martin’s grandmother, is a helpless onlooker to the family’s collapse. Although Mistigri, his cat, and Malika, the Moroccan maid, afford him some comfort, Martin is determined to put an end to this confusion.
Who’s in it. Demented stars Julien Cochelin as Martin, Annie Cordy as Rose, Pascal Cervo as Didier and Dominique Reymond as Nadège, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Demented 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 Demented page.
If you liked it. Fans of Demented tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Demented (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Demented change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Demented worth watching?
- Demented holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Demented?
- Demented stars Julien Cochelin, Annie Cordy, Pascal Cervo, Dominique Reymond and Jean-Yves Chatelais.
- When was Demented released?
- Demented was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.