What genre is Head in the Clouds?

Head in the Clouds is categorised as Drama, Romance, War.

Who stars in Head in the Clouds?

Charlize Theron, Thomas Kretschmann, Penélope Cruz, Stuart Townsend, Steven Berkoff appear in the main cast.

Who directed Head in the Clouds?

John Duigan directed Head in the Clouds.

How long is Head in the Clouds?

Head in the Clouds runs for 2h 1m (121 minutes).

Is Head in the Clouds worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 5.9/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch Head in the Clouds?

Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

Head in the Clouds (2004)

Name: Head in the Clouds
Genre: Drama, Romance, War
Released: 2004
Duration: 121 min
Cast: Charlize Theron, Thomas Kretschmann, Penélope Cruz, Stuart Townsend, Steven Berkoff

Movie 2h 1m ★ 5.9/10

Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something

Drama Romance War

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Dating from 2004, Head in the Clouds sits in the drama, romance and war corner of our catalogue. It is directed by John Duigan. The cast includes Charlize Theron, Thomas Kretschmann and Penélope Cruz. The running time is 2h 1m. Audiences give it a mixed score of 5.9 out of 10.

Synopsis

Gilda Bessé shares her Paris apartment with an Irish schoolteacher, Guy Malyon, and Mia, a refugee from Spain. As the world drifts toward war, Gilda defiantly pursues her hedonistic lifestyle and her burgeoning career as a photographer. But Guy and Mia feel impelled to join the fight against fascism, and the three friends are separated.

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Questions about Head in the Clouds

What genre is Head in the Clouds?: Head in the Clouds is categorised as Drama, Romance, War.
Who stars in Head in the Clouds?: Charlize Theron, Thomas Kretschmann, Penélope Cruz, Stuart Townsend, Steven Berkoff appear in the main cast.
Who directed Head in the Clouds?: John Duigan directed Head in the Clouds.
How long is Head in the Clouds?: Head in the Clouds runs for 2h 1m (121 minutes).
Is Head in the Clouds worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 5.9/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch Head in the Clouds?: Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

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