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Before Sunrise (1995)

Before Sunrise
Before Sunrise
R
Drama
Documentary
Romance
Where to Watch

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Release Date
January 27, 1995
Cast
Ethan Hawke , Julie Delpy , Andrea Eckert , Hanno Pöschl , Karl Bruckschwaiger , Tex Rubinowitz
Runtime
105
Main Genre
Drama
Writers
Richard Linklater , Kim Krizan
Tagline
Can the greatest moment of your life last only one night?

Summary

On his way to Vienna, American Jesse meets Céline, a student returning to Paris. After long conversations forge a surprising connection between them, Jesse convinces Celine to get off the train with him in Vienna. Since his flight to the U.S. departs the next morning and he has no money for lodging, they wander the city together, taking in the experiences of Vienna and each other.

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