Islander - 2018

In 1877 a Swiss aristocrat, Alfred von Rodt, became the governor of the remote Chilean island that gave birth to the legend of Robinson Crusoe. Exiled from his country and family, Von Rodt strived to build a utopian “little kingdom” until his death, but failed and lost his entire fortune. The film tells the story of this outcast through the lives of his descendants, who today seek political autonomy and a preservation of their indigenous identity.

92min
2018
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10
IMDB rating6.8/10

Cast

Mathieu Amalric profile pictureMathieu AmalricNarrator (voice)

About Islander

Islander Overview

In 1877 a Swiss aristocrat, Alfred von Rodt, became the governor of the remote Chilean island that gave birth to the legend of Robinson Crusoe. Exiled from his country and family, Von Rodt strived to build a utopian “little kingdom” until his death, but failed and lost his entire fortune. The film tells the story of this outcast through the lives of his descendants, who today seek political autonomy and a preservation of their indigenous identity.

Runtime: 92min

Extra details

Original Title: Insulaire
Original Language: French
Directed By: Stéphane Goël
Production Companies
Climage