The Guardians Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

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Last modified: Jul. 24, 2018

The Guardians

Release Date: Friday, May 4, 2018 Limited

Unfolds against the backdrop of World War I.

Director: Xavier Beauvois

Starring: Nathalie Baye • Laura Smet • Iris Bry • Cyril Descours • Gilbert Bonneau

R Drama 2 hrs, 15 m French

3 / 5.0

49% WILL SEE 51% WON'T SEE

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: The women of the Paridier farm, under the deft hand of Hortense, the family's matriarch (Nathalie Baye), must grapple with the workload while the men are off at the front. Initially, the mysterious Francine’s (Iris Bry) arrival is welcomed for her diligence and tirelessness. Soon enough, emotions run high when the sons return on leave, and Francine becomes the center of a familial disturbance.

Drama War

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Who is making The Guardians – Crew List

A look at The Guardians behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Xavier Beauvois last helmed Of Gods and Men. The film's writer Xavier Beauvois last penned Of Gods and Men.

Director: Xavier Beauvois
Screenwriters: Xavier Beauvois
Frédérique Moreau

Studio: Music Box Films
Production Companies: —

Production – What we know about the The Guardians

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Nov 2017

Completed

Changed The Guardians movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: R Restricted for some violence and sexuality
Runtime: 2 hrs, 15 m
Tagline: Not available
Also known as: Les Gardiennes
Language: French

The Guardians Trailers and Clips

The Guardians

Official Trailer

The Guardians Release Date: When was the film released?

The Guardians was released in limited movie theaters on Friday, May 4 , 2018. There were 10 10 other movies released on the same date, including Overboard, The Son of Bigfoot and Taco Shop. As a limited release, The Guardians was shown in select movie theaters in major markets.