Silk (2007)
Silk is a 2007 drama movie directed by François Girard, with a running time of 1h 47m. It stars Keira Knightley, Michael Pitt and Alfred Molina.
French silkworm trader Hervé is married to the beautiful Hélène. When an outbreak of disease ravages European silkworms, Hervé must travel to Japan to retrieve healthy eggs. After a long journey, Hervé finally arrives at a village where he can buy them. He becomes infatuated with a young concubine and goes to great lengths to see her again. But, when war breaks out in Japan, the concubine flees, forcing Hervé to return home to his wife.
Quick answers
What is Silk about?
French silkworm trader Hervé is married to the beautiful Hélène. When an outbreak of disease ravages European silkworms, Hervé must travel to Japan to retrieve healthy eggs. After a long journey, Hervé finally arrives at a village where he can buy them. He becomes infatuated with a young concubine and goes to great lengths to see her again. But, when war breaks out in Japan, the concubine flees, forcing Hervé to return home to his wife.
When was Silk released?
Silk was released on 14 September 2007.
How long is Silk?
Silk runs 1h 47m.
Who made Silk?
Silk was directed by François Girard.
Where can I watch Silk?
Silk is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Silk
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Keira Knightley as Hélène Joncour
- Michael Pitt as Hervé Joncour
- Alfred Molina as Baldabiou
- Koji Yakusho as Hara Jubei
- Sei Ashina as The Girl
- Miki Nakatani as Madame Blanche
- Kenneth Welsh as Mayor Joncour
- Callum Keith Rennie as Schuyler
- Mark Rendall as Ludovic Berbek
- Martha Burns as Mme. Joncour
- Naoko Watanabe as Japanese Girl
- Tony Vogel as Café Verdun Man #1