What is Calvaire?
Calvaire, also known by the literal translation Calvary and as The Ordeal, is a psychological horror film released in 2004 and 2005. The film is a French-language Belgian-French co-production and marks the feature directorial debut of Fabrice Du Welz, who also co-wrote the film.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2005
- Release date
- Mar 9, 2005
- Genres
- Horror
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.9/10
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Calvaire, also known by the literal translation Calvary and as The Ordeal, is a psychological horror film released in 2004 and 2005. The film is a French-language Belgian-French co-production and marks the feature directorial debut of Fabrice Du Welz, who also co-wrote the film. The cast stars Laurent Lucas, Philippe Nahon, and Jackie Berroyer. The film was first presented at the Cannes Film Festival in 2004. The story follows a traveling entertainer named Marc Stevens. A few days before Christmas, Marc is stuck at nightfall in a remote wood in the swampy Hautes Fagnes region of Liège when his van breaks down. An odd individual who is looking for a lost dog then leads Marc to a shuttered inn.
Should you watch it?
“A traveling entertainer becomes stranded at a remote inn just before Christmas.”
- Atmospheric horror setting in the swampy Hautes Fagnes
- Tense, claustrophobic narrative
- Strong sense of dread
- Brief runtime may leave some wanting more
- Disturbing imagery may unsettle sensitive viewers
Watch it if you appreciate atmospheric, tension‑driven horror in remote locations.
The film features intense, unsettling horror themes and graphic content, making it unsuitable for younger audiences.
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What genre does Calvaire belong to?
Calvaire is classified as a horror film.
When was Calvaire released in the United States?
It was released in the US on August 11, 2006.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately one hour and twenty‑eight minutes.
What is the basic premise of the film?
The story follows entertainer Marc Stevens, whose van breaks down, leaving him stranded at a remote inn in the Hautes Fagnes region.
Is Calvaire appropriate for children?
Due to its intense horror themes and graphic content, it is not suitable for children.
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