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Movie Info

Release Date: May 01, 2003
Runtime: 99 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (6)
Genres:
Drama Comedy
Budget: $8,000,000
Revenue: $34,883,010
Original Language: French
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
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81%
Tomatometer
70
70/100
Metacritic
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7.1/10
TMDB
396 votes
7.5/10
IMDb
30,890 votes
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The Barbarian Invasions

2003

"Old bonds, new battles; laughter amidst the chaos."

Also known as: 🇵🇹 PT: As Invasões Bárbaras? 🇮🇹 IT: Le invasioni barbariche? 🇰🇷 KO: 야만적 침략? 🇷🇴 RO: Invaziile barbare 🇳🇴 NO: Barbarenes invasjon? All international titles (6) →
Drama Comedy 99 min 7.5/10

Awards & Recognition

1 Wins
0 Nominations
1 Total
Cannes
1
Year Festival Category Winner
2003 Cannes Best Actress Marie-Josée Croze

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 1/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 2/5
Drugs / Alcohol 2/5
Frightening Elements 1/5
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Budget: $8,000,000
Revenue: $34,883,010
Profit $26,883,010
ROI +336% (4.4x)

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Cast of The Barbarian Invasions

Stéphane Rousseau as Sébastien in The Barbarian Invasions
Stéphane Rousseau
Sébastien
Louise Portal as Diane Leonard in The Barbarian Invasions
Louise Portal
Diane Leonard

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Keywords

#parent child relationship 130 #dying and death 70 #hospital 55 #money 54 #friends 47 #cancer 32 #professor 30 #university 13 #family conflict 12 #illness 12 #socialism 8 #yuppie 5 #drogas 5 #dying 4 #heroína 1

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Trivia & Fun Facts about The Barbarian Invasions

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  • The Barbarian Invasions was filmed primarily in Montreal, capturing the city's distinct architecture and vibrant culture, which plays a significant role in the film's atmosphere.

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  • The film features a reunion of characters from The Decline of the American Empire, with several actors reprising their roles, creating a continuity that adds depth to the story.

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  • Rémy Girard, who plays the lead role of Remy, also contributed to the film's screenplay, bringing his personal insights into the character's journey.

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  • The film includes several references to French literature and philosophy, highlighting the characters' intellectual backgrounds and their discussions about life and death.

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  • During a scene in the hospital, a continuity error occurs when the protagonist's hospital gown changes appearance between shots, indicating a lapse in filming continuity.

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  • The score of the film features a blend of classical music and contemporary melodies, enhancing the emotional weight of key scenes and reflecting the characters' inner turmoil.

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  • The film's exploration of familial relationships, particularly between Remy and his son Sebastian, resonates with audiences, making it a poignant commentary on connections across generations.

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