Beyond the Walls
2012, French. Directed by David Lambert.
Paulo, a young pianist, meets Ilir, a double-bass player originally from Albania. It's love at first sight. Confronted by Anka, Paulo finds himself out on the street. Despite Ilir's misgivings, Paulo moves in with him. One day, when Paulo promises that he will love Ilir for the rest of his life, Ilir leaves the city and doesn't return. A few days later, Paulo finds out that Ilir is in jail, and the two lovers embark on an heart-breaking relationship.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.4/10 from 47 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Beyond the Walls
Beyond the Walls is streaming on Strand Releasing in India.
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Cast & crew
- David LambertDirector
- Guillaume GouixIlir
- Matila MalliarakisPaulo
- Mélissa Désormeaux-PoulinAnka
- David SallesGrégoire
- Flonja KodheliIlir's Sister
- Carmela LocantoreIlir's Mother
- Adonis DanielettoReceptionist at Métropole
- Matilda PerksLa chanteuse du groupe
- Marc Saint-louisMusicien du groupe
- Pascal BartschatMusicien du groupe
- Antoine MichelMusicien du groupe
- Sokol RekaAmi de Paulo
Details
- Released
- 5 December 2012
- Original title
- Hors les murs
- Country
- France, Belgium, Canada
- Written by
- David Lambert
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Beyond the Walls: quick answers
Is Beyond the Walls worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.4/10 from 47 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Beyond the Walls?
Beyond the Walls runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does Beyond the Walls have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Beyond the Walls. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Beyond the Walls parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Beyond the Walls yet.
Which OTT platform is Beyond the Walls on?
Beyond the Walls is streaming on Strand Releasing in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Beyond the Walls?
If you liked Beyond the Walls, try Those Who Love Me Can Take the Train, My Policeman, Double Lover.
Who directed Beyond the Walls?
Beyond the Walls (2012) was directed by David Lambert and stars Guillaume Gouix, Matila Malliarakis, Mélissa Désormeaux-Poulin.