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Map of the Human Heart

1993

Born in the magic of youth. Forged by the passions of war. Their love knew no boundaries.

  • Vincent Ward
  • 1h 49m
  • April 22, 1993 · Australia, Canada, France, United Kingdom

Overview

In an Arctic village in 1931, British mapmaker Walter Russell selects 12-year-old Eskimo Avik as his guide. When the boy contracts tuberculosis, Walter flies him to a Montreal hospital, where Avik meets Albertine and is infatuated. A decade later, a grown Avik encounters Albertine again in London, where he's serving as a British combat pilot. Despite her relationship with Walter, she and Avik begin an affair.

Details

Status
Released
Release date
April 22, 1993
Original language
English
Spoken languages
English
Countries
Australia, Canada, France, United Kingdom
Director
Vincent Ward
Cinematography
Eduardo Serra
Budget
Not recorded
Revenue
Not recorded
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