Head in the Clouds
2004, English. Directed by John Duigan.
Three lives. One destiny.
Gilda Bessé shares her Paris apartment with an Irish schoolteacher, Guy Malyon, and Mia, a refugee from Spain. As the world drifts toward war, Gilda defiantly pursues her hedonistic lifestyle and her burgeoning career as a photographer. But Guy and Mia feel impelled to join the fight against fascism, and the three friends are separated.
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.0/10 from 240 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Head in the Clouds
Head in the Clouds is streaming on Darkroom and IndiePix Unlimited in India.
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Cast & crew
- John DuiganDirector
- Charlize TheronGilda Bessé
- Penélope CruzMia
- Stuart TownsendGuy Malyon
- Thomas KretschmannMajor Thomas Bietrich
- Peter CockettMax
- Gabriel HoganJulian Ellsworth
- Karine VanasseLisette
- David La HayeLucien
- Steven BerkoffCharles Bessé
- John RobinsonDavid Beamish
- Élisabeth ChouvalidzéFortune Teller
- Jolyane LangloisGilda, Age 14
Details
- Released
- 29 April 2004
- Country
- Canada, United Kingdom
- Written by
- John Duigan
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Head in the Clouds: quick answers
Is Head in the Clouds worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.0/10 from 240 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Head in the Clouds?
Head in the Clouds runs 121 minutes (2h 1m).
Does Head in the Clouds have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Head in the Clouds. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Head in the Clouds parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Head in the Clouds is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Head in the Clouds on?
Head in the Clouds is streaming on Darkroom and IndiePix Unlimited in India. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Head in the Clouds?
If you liked Head in the Clouds, try Suite Française, Wings, Doctor Zhivago.
Who directed Head in the Clouds?
Head in the Clouds (2004) was directed by John Duigan and stars Charlize Theron, Penélope Cruz, Stuart Townsend.