Byzantium

Theatrical - Limited 2013-06-28

Cast Gemma Arterton Saoirse Ronan Caleb Jones Tom Hollander Jonny Lee Miller Sam Riley
Directed by Neil Jordan
Written by Moira Buffini

Genres: Drama Fantasy Thriller

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Synopsis

Two mysterious women seek refuge in a run-down coastal resort. Clara meets lonely Noel, who provides shelter in his deserted guesthouse, Byzantium. Schoolgirl Eleanor befriends Frank and tells him their lethal secret. They were born 200 years ago and survive on... See more human blood. As knowledge of their secret spreads, their past catches up on them with deathly consequence.

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