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Sans elle... (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 4.2

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Released in 2003, Sans elle... is a drama film directed by Anna da Palma, running about 103 minutes.

What it’s about. Johnny, aged 20, can't live without Fanfan, his twin sister. There is a very particular intimacy between them. They walk together everywhere, share the same room, the same tastes, the same bike, the same camping tent. But also a conflict principle sets in. Oppressed by his overbearing need, she decides to head for the south of Portugal, the country of their parents. His dreams are shattered; he feels deeply betrayed by his sister. Caught between his father who is preparing to retire to Portugal and his mother who refuses to leave France, he tries to work out his own identity. His passion for rock music gets him involved with his sister's former lover. By following this charismatic leader preaching dubious ideology, he risks losing his "gentle half" forever. Meanwhile in Portugal, she becomes disillusioned. Will they manage to grow up without each other?

Who’s in it. Sans elle... stars Aurélien Wiik as Johnny Vieira, Bérénice Bejo as Fanfan Vieira, Vítor Norte as Diamantino Vieira and Maria Emília Correia as Ofelia Vieira, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Sans elle... has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sans elle... page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sans elle... (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sans elle... change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Sans elle... worth watching?
Sans elle... holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Sans elle...?
Sans elle... stars Aurélien Wiik, Bérénice Bejo, Vítor Norte, Maria Emília Correia and Jocelyn Quivrin.
When was Sans elle... released?
Sans elle... was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.