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The House Is Burning

  • 2006
  • 1h 37m
IMDb RATING
6.2/10
252
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The House Is Burning (2006)
Drama

One day. One night. A group of teenagers struggles to find their way in a world that offers them few choices. In 24 hours, Mike will leave for the army, following in his father's footsteps. ... Read allOne day. One night. A group of teenagers struggles to find their way in a world that offers them few choices. In 24 hours, Mike will leave for the army, following in his father's footsteps. His last day around family and friends turns into a war of emotions. His girlfriend Valeri... Read allOne day. One night. A group of teenagers struggles to find their way in a world that offers them few choices. In 24 hours, Mike will leave for the army, following in his father's footsteps. His last day around family and friends turns into a war of emotions. His girlfriend Valerie, angry at him for leaving, rejects him. As he grapples with her decision, his friends ar... Read all

  • Director
    • Holger Ernst
  • Writers
    • Holger Ernst
    • Allan Dorr
  • Stars
    • John Diehl
    • Melissa Leo
    • Julianne Michelle
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    • IMDb RATING
    6.2/10
    252
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Holger Ernst
    • Writers
      • Holger Ernst
      • Allan Dorr
    • Stars
      • John Diehl
      • Melissa Leo
      • Julianne Michelle
    • 5User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
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    • Awards
      • 1 win & 3 nominations

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    John Diehl
    John Diehl
    • Mr. Garson
    Melissa Leo
    Melissa Leo
    • Mrs. Miller
    Julianne Michelle
    Julianne Michelle
    • Terry
    Robin Lord Taylor
    Robin Lord Taylor
    • Phil
    • (as Robin Taylor)
    Harley Adams
    • Steve Garson
    Nicole Vicius
    Nicole Vicius
    • Valerie
    Joe Petrilla
    • Mike Miller
    Carson Grant
    Carson Grant
    • The Preacher
    David Tennent
    • Jason
    Emily Meade
    Emily Meade
    • Anne
    Robert Scorrano
    Robert Scorrano
    • Army Recruiter
    Jeff Green
    • Army Officer
    Samantha Ressler
    • Stella Miller
    Karen DiConcetto
    Karen DiConcetto
    • Sharon
    Polly Chung
    • Bank Officer
    Bernadette Quigley
    Bernadette Quigley
    • Mrs. Garson
    Bettina Bilger
    Bettina Bilger
    • Bank Employee
    Eleonore Hendricks
    Eleonore Hendricks
    • Liz
    • Director
      • Holger Ernst
    • Writers
      • Holger Ernst
      • Allan Dorr
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      The movie was invited and world-premiered at Cannes Film festival Official Selection 2006
    • Quotes

      The Preacher: "Behold, I am coming soon. My reward is with me, and I will give to everyone, according to what he has done."

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    one of the best in cannes this year

    THE HOUSE IS BURNING was definitely one of the best surprises this year at the Cannes Filmfestival. (Wim Wenders is one of the executive Producers - Peter Bogdanovich was also at the screening!!!) the structure of the film revolves around a group of teenagers and their (mostly absent) parents. One of them is spending his last day at home before leaving for war. i really liked how the film played the political aspect of war versus the "war at home". acting is great. the cast is great! Melissa Leo, one of my favorite actresses since i've seen her in 21 Grams is fabulous. But everyone in this cast is doing a great job and i am sure you will hear/see some of the names again. A really strong and emotional film. Go see it if you have the chance.
    • tomleary
    • Jun 1, 2006
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    • Release date
      • November 16, 2006 (Germany)
    • Country of origin
      • Germany
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • New Jersey, USA
    • Production company
      • Reverse Angle Pictures (II)
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      • $1,950,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 37 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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