The Forbidden Room (2015)

NR ★ 5.6/10 119 min Comedy Canada English

Directors: Guy Maddin , Evan Johnson

Writers: Guy Maddin, Bob Kotyk, Evan Johnson

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Description

A submarine crew, a feared pack of forest bandits, a famous surgeon, and a battalion of child soldiers all get more than they bargained for as they wend their way toward progressive ideas on life and love.

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Top Cast

Roy Dupuis Cesare

Clara Furey Margot

Louis Negin Marv / Smithy / Mars / Organizer / Mr. Lanyon

Udo Kier Count Yugh / Butler / Dead Father / Guard / Pharmacist

Gregory Hlady Jarvis / Dr. Deane / Husband

Mathieu Amalric Thadeusz M___ / Ostler

Noel Burton Wolf / Pilot / Captain

Geraldine Chaplin Master Passion / Nursemaid / Aunt Chance

The Forbidden Room Appears on 2 Curated Movie Lists

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