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When Night Is Falling

  • 1995
  • Unrated
  • 1h 34m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
7.8K
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When Night Is Falling (1995)
An uptight and conservative woman, working on tenure as a literacy professor at a large urban university, finds herself strangely attracted to a free-spirited, liberal woman who works at a local carnival that comes to town.
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An uptight and conservative woman, working on tenure as a literacy professor at a large urban university, finds herself strangely attracted to a free-spirited, liberal woman who works at a l... Read allAn uptight and conservative woman, working on tenure as a literacy professor at a large urban university, finds herself strangely attracted to a free-spirited, liberal woman who works at a local carnival that comes to town.An uptight and conservative woman, working on tenure as a literacy professor at a large urban university, finds herself strangely attracted to a free-spirited, liberal woman who works at a local carnival that comes to town.

  • Director
    • Patricia Rozema
  • Writer
    • Patricia Rozema
  • Stars
    • Pascale Bussières
    • Rachael Crawford
    • Henry Czerny
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.5/10
    7.8K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Patricia Rozema
    • Writer
      • Patricia Rozema
    • Stars
      • Pascale Bussières
      • Rachael Crawford
      • Henry Czerny
    • 65User reviews
    • 16Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 5 nominations total

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    Pascale Bussières
    Pascale Bussières
    • Camille Baker
    Rachael Crawford
    Rachael Crawford
    • Petra Soft
    Henry Czerny
    Henry Czerny
    • Martin
    David Fox
    David Fox
    • Reverend DeBoer
    Don McKellar
    Don McKellar
    • Timothy
    Tracy Wright
    Tracy Wright
    • Tory
    Clare Coulter
    Clare Coulter
    • Tillie
    Karyne Steben
    • Trapeze Artist #1
    Sarah Steben
    • Trapeze Artist #2
    Jonathan Potts
    Jonathan Potts
    • Hang Glider #1
    Tom Melissis
    • Hang Glider #2
    Stuart Clow
    • Hang Glider #3
    Richard W. Farrell
    • Board President
    • (as Richard Farrell)
    Fides Krucker
    Fides Krucker
    • Roaring Woman
    Thomas Sokolowski
    • Man with Goatee
    Ruffian
    • Bob the Dog
    Jennifer Roblin
    • Waitress
    Jacqueline Casey
    • Iron Swinger #1
    • Director
      • Patricia Rozema
    • Writer
      • Patricia Rozema
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews65

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    michellelocke007

    wonderful and beautifully shot film

    Bought this film several years back. It had played at several theatres during its first release but I never did get down to actually viewing this film. When I finally bought the film and watched it, it definately went beyond my expectations. Everything about the film was near perfect. One could feel the emotions that each character was conveying on screen. The film was beautifully shot. The love scenes were incredibly erotic. A near perfect film.
    tweedy-4

    one of the most beautiful films i've ever seen - and i have seen a lot.

    Since accidentally buying this film a week ago, I've been watching it almost everyday. It is a very moving piece, incredibly romantic and beautifully shot. I have no expertise on movie direction but all credit goes to Patricia for her creativity. Apart from being incredibly gorgeous, the leading ladies gave a very moving performance, which intern moved me.
    michellelocke007

    wonderful

    Bought this film a few years back. After viewing it, I came to the conclusion that it was by far one of the most beautifully and artistically directed films i have ever seen that deals with the subject matter of a girl meets girl. The lead actresses Pascale Bussieres and Rachael Crawford had great chemistry and were equally beautiful which made the love scenes all the more believable and erotic. There was no contrived or cliched dialogue and you sympathized with the characters and what they were going through especially when Camille was torn between choosing Martin and Petra. This is by far one of the best Canadian productions made.
    beatles551

    ...and Falling in love

    I have fallen in love with this movie. Since I patiently waited til the price went down and bought the movie I have watched it almost everyday. This movie runs consistent on all levels from beginning to end. The screen images embrace me and pulls me in. The acting (need I say I love Pascale/ Camille)...the lilt in her voice, her facial expressions, subtle yet so enticing. Petra! what a wonderful counterpart. Perfect music that moves the film along.

    Camille's open-mindedness, and strong self-esteem exudes in this film. When her new sexuality is awakened - she doesn't suppress and feel guilty (which easily could have been due to her strong Christian background). She meets it with some trepidation and yet she is an individual with her own mind and heart...and pushes thru the fear.

    I just happen to find this movie in Blockbuster...this movie should be seen round the world.
    Hollycat3

    I'll watch it often....

    I finally saw the film and was very moved. The direction by Patricia Rozema celebrates the love between two women in a romantically subtle way intertwined with the most achingly haunting music I have heard in a long time. With kudos to the actresses (Pascale Bussieres and Rachael Crawford) for portraying the want and need, surrender,confusion, and finally acceptance of their love. I'm sure I'll watch it often and recommend it to others.

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    Mahershala Ali and Alex R. Hibbert in Moonlight (2016)
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    Storyline

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    • Quotes

      Petra: Camille, I'd love to see you in the moonlight with your head thrown back and your body on fire.

    • Crazy credits
      After the end credits roll, Bob the dog is seen running away from camera into a snow-covered field.
    • Alternate versions
      The original Canadian print included longer and more graphic sex scenes. These scenes earned an "NC-17" rating from the MPAA when it was released in the USA, so they were trimmed to earn an "R" rating for the U.S. video release.
    • Connections
      Featured in Siskel & Ebert: GoldenEye/It Takes Two/Toy Story/The Crossing Guard/Theremin: An Electronic Odyssey (1995)
    • Soundtracks
      Symphony No.4 in D Minor Op. 13
      Composed by Antonín Dvorák

      Performed by West Bohemian National Orchestra

      Conducted by Stanislav Bogunia

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    • Release date
      • November 17, 1995 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Canada
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Al caer la noche
    • Filming locations
      • 51 Kendal Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada(Camille's house, exterior)
    • Production companies
      • Alliance Communications Corporation
      • Crucial Pictures
      • Ontario Film Development Corporation
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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $919,671
    • Gross worldwide
      • $919,671
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    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 34m(94 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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