Limbo(1999)
“The only thing more dangerous than death...is survival.”
Overview
Traumatized by a fishing boat accident many years before, Joe Gastineau has given up his hopes for a life beyond the odd jobs he takes to support himself. That quickly changes when nomadic club singer Donna de Angelo and her troubled teen-age daughter enter Joe’s life. Both mother and daughter fall for Joe, increasing the friction between them. The tension continues to build when Joe invites them on a pleasure cruise up the Alaskan coast, discovering too late that the trip may cost them their lives.
Director
John Sayles
Studio
Screen Gems
Budget
$8M
Revenue
$2M
Cast
Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio
as Donna De Angelo
David Strathairn
as Joe Gastineau
Vanessa Martinez
as Noelle De Angelo
Kris Kristofferson
as Smilin' Jack
Casey Siemaszko
as Bobby Gastineau
Kathryn Grody
as Frankie
Rita Taggart
as Lou
Leo Burmester
as Harmon King
Michael Laskin
as Albright
Hermínio Ramos
as Ricky
Dawn McInturff
as Audrey
Tom Biss
as Baines
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1999
Runtime
2h 6m
Language
English
Rating
6.6 / 10
Budget
$8M
Box Office
$2M
Production Companies
Screen Gems • Green/Renzi
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Limbo?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Limbo (1999).
What is Limbo about?▼
Traumatized by a fishing boat accident many years before, Joe Gastineau has given up his hopes for a life beyond the odd jobs he takes to support himself. That quickly changes when nomadic club singer Donna de Angelo and her troubled teen-age daughter enter Joe’s life. Both mother and daughter fall for Joe, increasing the friction between them. The tension continues to build when Joe invites them on a pleasure cruise up the Alaskan coast, discovering too late that the trip may cost them their lives.
Who directed Limbo?▼
Limbo was directed by John Sayles and released in 1999. It is a adventure, drama, thriller film.
How long is Limbo?▼
Limbo has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).
Who stars in Limbo?▼
The cast of Limbo includes Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio as Donna De Angelo, David Strathairn as Joe Gastineau, Vanessa Martinez as Noelle De Angelo, Kris Kristofferson as Smilin' Jack, Casey Siemaszko as Bobby Gastineau and more.
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