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An outer suburb of Paris, 1972. Gilles and Christine, both sixteen, are classmates and lovers who have become frustrated with the aloofness of their families and the general monotony of their lives. When the pair are caught shoplifting, Christine's father ships her off to a home for emotionally disturbed children, temporarily putting space between her and Gilles. Luckily for them, though, she escapes and the couple contemplate running away together.
Cold Water is a 1972-set French drama following two sixteen-year-old lovers, Gilles and Christine, who rebel against their families and society by running away together after Christine escapes from a home for troubled children. Released in 1994, the film captures the intensity of teenage passion and alienation against the backdrop of suburban Paris.
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Limited theatrical in United States · Rated NR
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Virginie LedoyenChristine
Cyprien FouquetGilles
László SzabóLe père de Gilles
Jean-Pierre DarroussinL'inspecteur
Dominique FaysseLa mère de Christine
Jackie BerroyerLe père de Christine
Smaïl MekkiMourad
Jean-Christophe BouvetLe professeur
Ilona GyöriMarie- Renée AmzallagL'infirmière
- Mathieu MardoukhaevFrère de Gilles
- Jérôme SimoninVendeur de dynamite
- Laetitia LemerleCorrine
- Laetitia GiraudChristiane
- Alexandra YonnetCopine blouson

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When was Cold Water released?
Cold Water was released on July 6, 1994.
What is Cold Water about?
The film follows two sixteen-year-old classmates and lovers, Gilles and Christine, who are frustrated with their families and decide to run away together after Christine escapes from an institution where she was sent following a shoplifting incident.
Where can I watch Cold Water?
Cold Water is a theatrical film from 1994 and may be available through various streaming platforms, rental services, or physical media, though specific current availability depends on your region.











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