Through the Fire (2018)

The heartbreaking hero's journey and true story of a Paris fireman, husband and dad.

Director:

Frédéric Tellier

Writers:

David Oelhoffen (adaptation), David Oelhoffen (dialogue)

Stars:

Pierre Niney, Anaïs Demoustier, Vincent Rottiers

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Pierre Niney	...	Franck Pasquier
Anaïs Demoustier	...	Cécile Pasquier
Vincent Rottiers	...	Martin
Chloé Stefani	...	Nathalie
Sami Bouajila	...	Dr. Almeida
Élisabeth Commelin	...	Michèle Pasquier
Amélie Bénady	...	Eve
Mostepha Bouabane	...	Caoral-chef Mouss Thouvenot
Calypso Buijtenhuijs	...	Première classe Fameaux
Yasin Houicha	...	Bouchara
Théo Cosset	...	Moati
Yannig Samot	...	Le kiné
Sébastien Corbel	...	Le chef de garde incendie
Loïc Risser	...	Le capitaine centre de secours
Steve Bernard	...	L lieutenant centre de secours

Storyline

Frank is one of the best firefighters in Paris. Their motto: to save or perish. Married with newborn kids, he is happy. Waiting for what all men like him are waiting for: test by fire. When that test arrives, Frank sacrifices himself, stuck in the blaze and rescuing his unit. He miraculously wakes up at the Serious Burn Unit and understands that his face melted in the flames and his body is changed forever. A long recovery process starts where Frank will need to accept to be saved as well.

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Plot Keywords:

fireman | fire | paris france | nightclub | shower | 

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Genres:

Drama

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Did You Know?

Trivia

Pierre Niney underwent physical preparation for the role.

User Reviews

Memorable & Emotional Film.

This is a quite magnificent film on so many counts. Inspired by true events, this story of the human spirit, overcoming all the odds, will remain long in the memory. Everything about it is top notch - direction, cinematography, script and, most of all, the acting. All play their parts exceptionally well, with Pierre Niney in the lead role being particularly outstanding. His range of emotions, in a difficult part, dominate the film, and he confirms the fact that he is a brilliant actor. This is a must see movie for anyone who appreciates film making at its best.

Details

Official Sites:

Centre National du Cinéma et de l'Image Animée [France] Mars Films [France]

Country:

France Belgium

Language:

French

Release Date:

28 November 2018 (France)

Also Known As:

Through the Fire

Box Office

Budget:

EUR6,400,000 (estimated)

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$8,123,764

Company Credits

Production Co:

Single Man Productions, Mars Films, France 3 Cinéma

Technical Specs

Runtime:

116 min

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.39 : 1