

Something in the Air
2012, French. Directed by Olivier Assayas.
During the 1970s a student named Gilles gets entangled in contemporary political turmoils although he would rather just be a creative artist. While torn between his solidarity to his friends and his personal ambitions he falls in love with Christine.
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
- NR
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5.9/10 from 101 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Something in the Air
Something in the Air is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India.
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Cast & crew
- Olivier AssayasDirector
- Clément MétayerGilles
- Lola CrétonChristine
- Felix ArmandAlain
- Carole CombesLaure
- Bobbi Salvör MenuezLeslie
- Hugo ConzelmannJean-Pierre
- Martin LoizillonRackam le Rouge
- André MarconGilles' Father
- Johnny FlynnFolk Singer
- Dolores ChaplinLondon Actress
- Laurent RamacciottiSecurity Guard / Coach
- Mathias RenouVincent
Details
- Released
- 14 November 2012
- Original title
- Après Mai
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Olivier Assayas
- Budget
- $6.8M
- Box office
- $1.3M
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Something in the Air: quick answers
Is Something in the Air worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 101 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Something in the Air?
Something in the Air runs 122 minutes (2h 2m).
Does Something in the Air have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Something in the Air. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Something in the Air parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Something in the Air is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Something in the Air on?
Something in the Air is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Something in the Air?
If you liked Something in the Air, try Masculin Féminin, The Dreamers, The Things of Life.
Who directed Something in the Air?
Something in the Air (2012) was directed by Olivier Assayas and stars Clément Métayer, Lola Créton, Felix Armand.