The Eighth Day

The Eighth Day

1996 · 118 min · FR · NR · 7.3 (325 votes)
Dir. Jaco Van Dormael · Starring Daniel Auteuil, Pascal Duquenne, Miou-Miou, Henri Garcin, Isabelle Sadoyan, Fabienne Loriaux · Music Pierre van Dormael

“What a difference a day makes…”

Drama

An unusual and wonderful friendship develops between a busy but unhappy salesman and a resident of a mental asylum.

VIBE

A surprisingly tender and hopeful film about an unlikely bond. It feels like a warm hug, exploring connection and understanding with a gentle, human touch. A quiet, character-focused experience that leaves you feeling good.

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