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The Returned (2004)
Director: Robin Campillo
Cast: Géraldine Pailhas, Jonathan Zaccaï, Frédéric Pierrot, Catherine Samie
Runtime102 min
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The lives of the residents of a small French town are changed when thousands of the recently dead inexplicably come back to life and try to integrate themselves into society that has changed for them.
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The Returned, a 2004 French film directed by Robin Campillo, received critical acclaim for its thoughtful exploration of the societal impact of the dead returning to life. The film is considered a standout example of the fantasy-drama genre, with its haunting and poignant portrayal of the challenges faced by the community. While the film's ratings on IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes are not widely available, it has been recognized for its artistic merit and has garnered a dedicated cult following.
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Directed by Robin Campillo in 2004, 'The Returned' offers a unique blend of drama and fantasy that explores the poignant emotional impact of the recently deceased rejoining their loved ones. With compelling performances from the cast, including Géraldine Pailhas and Jonathan Zaccaï, this thought-provoking film provides a nuanced look at the challenges of integrating the past into a changed present.
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They Came Back, known in the UK as The Returned, is a 2004 French horror drama film directed by Robin Campillo in his directorial debut. The film was screened at the Hamburg Fantasy Filmfest in Germany, the Venice Film Festival in Italy, and the Toronto International Film Festival in Canada.
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