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Amok (1993)

Movie ★ 6.7 90 min

Whenever people are released from their society's constraints, there is the possibility that they will behave badly, at least according to the rules of the society they have left behind. This seems to have been particularly the case for Europeans living in colonial establishments in Africa and Asia. In this drama, based on a story by Stefan Zweig, Dr. Steiner (Andrzej Seweryn) was caught with his fingers in the till at a German hospital. Rather than prosecute him, they gave him the option of emigrating elsewhere. He chose to serve at a clinic in a remote part of Portuguese Goa. He has been on his best behavior for years, but when the beautiful wife (Fanny Ardant) of a diplomat comes to him asking for an abortion, he is tempted to ask for sexual favors in return, and his life swiftly goes out of control.

Joël Farges Director Catherine Foussadier Writer Dominique Rousset Writer Joël Farges Writer

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Quick facts

Released
October 9, 1993
Runtime
90 min
IMDb
tt0106263
Country
France, Germany, Portugal
Language
German, French
Studio
AB Films, MGN Filmes, NEF Filmproduktion & Vertrieb (I), CNC

Cast

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Frequently asked questions

What is Amok about?
Whenever people are released from their society's constraints, there is the possibility that they will behave badly, at least according to the rules of the society they have left behind. This seems to have been particularly the case for Europeans living in colonial establishments in Africa and Asia. In this drama, based on a story by Stefan Zweig, Dr. Steiner (Andrzej Seweryn) was caught with his fingers in the till at a German hospital. Rather than prosecute him, they gave him the option of emigrating elsewhere. He chose to serve at a clinic in a remote part of Portuguese Goa. He has been on his best behavior for years, but when the beautiful wife (Fanny Ardant) of a diplomat comes to him asking for an abortion, he is tempted to ask for sexual favors in return, and his life swiftly goes out of control.
Who directed Amok?
Amok was directed by Joël Farges.
Who stars in Amok?
Amok stars Fanny Ardant, Sonja Kirchberger, Andrzej Seweryn, Bernard Le Coq.
When was Amok released?
Amok is a 1993 drama, comedy film.
Where can I watch Amok?
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