Melancholia (2011)
English and Swedish sci-fi film directed by Lars von Trier
Melancholia has a runtime of 2 hours 10 minutes (130 min). In the US it is rated R. The English film released in 2011. It is directed by Lars von Trier and stars Kirsten Dunst, Charlotte Gainsbourg and Kiefer Sutherland.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Lars von Trier
- Cast
- Kirsten Dunst, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Kiefer Sutherland, Alexander Skarsgård, Charlotte Rampling, Jesper Christensen, John Hurt, Stellan Skarsgård, Udo Kier, Brady Corbet, Charlotta Miller, Gary Whitaker
- Cinematography
- Manuel Alberto Claro
- Editing
- Molly Malene Stensgaard
- Music
- Richard Wagner
- Written by
- Lars von Trier
- Produced by
- Meta Louise Foldager, Louise Vesth
- Production
- Zentropa
- Distribution
- BiM Distribuzione
Box office, awards and more
- Budget
- $7.4 million
- Box office
- $15.95 million
- Awards
- European Film Award for Best Film; European Film Award for Best Cinematographer; European Film Award for Best Production Designer; Bodil Award for Best Danish Film; Bodil Award for Best Cinematographer; Robert Award for Best Danish Film and 6 more
- Filmed in
- Tjolöholm Castle
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 2011
- On OTT
- Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.
Can children watch it?
Not meant for children. In the US, under-17s need an adult with them. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of Melancholia?
Melancholia has a runtime of 2 hours 10 minutes, or 130 min.
When did Melancholia release?
Melancholia released in 2011.
Who directed Melancholia?
Melancholia is directed by Lars von Trier.
Who is in the cast of Melancholia?
The cast of Melancholia includes Kirsten Dunst, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Kiefer Sutherland, Alexander Skarsgård, Charlotte Rampling and Jesper Christensen.
How much did Melancholia earn at the box office?
Melancholia grossed $15.95 million on a budget of $7.4 million.
What is Melancholia rated in the US?
Melancholia is rated R by the Motion Picture Association.
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