Beyond Borders (2003)

The world's cruelty is confronted with the love of two different people who try to save mankind from poverty and war.

Director:

Martin Campbell

Writer:

Caspian Tredwell-Owen

Stars:

Clive Owen, Angelina Jolie, Linus Roache

2 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Angelina Jolie	...	Sarah Jordan
Clive Owen	...	Nick Callahan
Teri Polo	...	Charlotte Jordan
Linus Roache	...	Henry Bauford
Noah Emmerich	...	Elliott Hauser
Yorick van Wageningen	...	Steiger
Timothy West	...	Lawrence Bauford
Kate Trotter	...	Mrs. Bauford
Jonathan Higgins	...	Philip (as Johnathan Higgins)
John Gausden	...	Jimmy Bauford
Isabelle Horler	...	Anna Bauford
Iain Lee	...	Master of Ceremonies
Keelan Anthony	...	Jojo (as Keelan Anthony Ray Forsythe)
John Bourgeois	...	Rolly
Kalyane Tea	...	Steiger's Girlfriend

Storyline

Beyond Borders is an epic tale of the turbulent romance between two star-crossed lovers set against the backdrop of the world's most dangerous hot spots. Academy Award winner Angelina Jolie stars as Sarah Jordan, an American living in London in 1984. She is married to Henry Bauford, son of a wealthy British industrialist. When she encounters Nick Callahan a renegade doctor, whose impassioned plea for help to support his relief efforts in war-torn Africa moves her deeply. As a result, Sarah embarks upon a journey of discovery that leads to danger, heartbreak and romance in the far corners of the world.

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Plot Keywords:

year 1984 | year 1988 | year 1993 | year 1995 | year 1989 | 

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Taglines:

In A Place She Didn't Belong, Among People She Never Knew, She Found A Way To Make A Difference.

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Genres:

Adventure | Drama | Romance | War

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for language and war-related violence

Did You Know?

Trivia

Angelina Jolie adopted her son Maddox during filming of this movie while in Cambodia.

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Goofs

At 1:03 when Sarah arrives in Cambodia, there is a distinct dolphin cry in an area that appears to be land locked.

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Quotes

[first lines]
Sarah Jordan: I wonder, do we all know where we belong? And if we do, in our hearts, why do we so often do nothing about it? There must be more to this life, a purpose for us all, a place to belong. You were my home. I knew from the moment I met you, that night, so many years ago.

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Crazy Credits

This film is dedicated to all relief workers and the millions of people who are victims of war and persecution. They continue to inspire us all with their courage and will to survive.

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Connections

References Apocalypse Now (1979)

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Soundtracks

Should I Stay or Should I Go
Written by Mick Jones, Joe Strummer, Topper Headon (uncredited) and Paul Simonon (uncredited)
Performed on-camera by:
Melissa Auf der Maur - Bass/Vocals
Sam Roberts - Vocals
Steve Durand - Guitar
Jordan Zadorozny - Guitar
Kelli Scott - Drums
Eric Digras - Keyboards
Produced by Melissa Auf der Maur

User Reviews

great movie, one complaint, personal effect

I loved the movie because it opened my eyes to the world of relief work. It may not be accurate, but for some reason, it made me want to be a relief worker. I know that my work as one would not be a love a story, but what's important is that the movie showed me some characteristics about the line of work and its importance to third world countries. I also like the touch of Schumann music. He is my favorite composer. Jolie is a great actress, my favorite. I believe she held the film together. It is a delicate plot; I agree with others on that.

However, I did take note of the fact that the amount of money used to make the movie could have been more effective on third world countries if they were to buy food, medicine, and make better living environments. Yes that would have been more productive.

But I am still happy that they made the movie because it did touch a number of people. Even though I am 16 years old, I still do what I can by no longer spending money on superfulous items and saving what I have for the relief/aid program I am starting in my high school. So I must give credit to those involved in making the movie, because without it, I wouldn't be living the life I'm living. Not to make it sound like some sort of god, but I am proud of the effects that the movie brought into my life. I hope that it affected other people in the same way, both old and young.

Details

Country:

Germany USA

Language:

English Amharic Khmer German Chechen

Release Date:

24 October 2003 (USA)

Also Known As:

Beyond Borders

Filming Locations:

Charlevoix Region, Québec, Canada

Box Office

Budget:

$35,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend USA:

$2,076,402, 26 October 2003

Gross USA:

$4,430,101

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$11,705,002

Company Credits

Production Co:

Mandalay Pictures, CP Medien AG, Camelot Pictures

Technical Specs

Runtime:

127 min

Sound Mix:

DTS Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.39 : 1