Tuvalu (1999)
Overview
Set in a dilapidated indoor swimming pool (the Central Baths in Sofia), the film details the efforts of Anton, a clueless dreamer who yearns to sail the world, and Martha, the button obsessed cashier, to maintain the illusion for Anton's blind father that business is thriving. Working to sabotage their efforts is Gregor - Anton's brother - an amoral developer who is determined to raze the entire town and construct a sprawling condominium complex. Gregor engineers an accident that seems certain to doom the business and in the process steals away Eva, the beautiful woman of Anton's dreams. Will Gregor's dastardly plan succeed?
Where to watch Tuvalu
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Darkroom | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| United Kingdom | Sooner | — | — |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video | — | — |
| Germany | Sooner | Behind the Tree | — |
| Italy | — | CHILI | CHILI |
| Poland | — | CHILI | CHILI |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Tuvalu in 4 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Tuvalu about?
Set in a dilapidated indoor swimming pool (the Central Baths in Sofia), the film details the efforts of Anton, a clueless dreamer who yearns to sail the world, and Martha, the button obsessed cashier, to maintain the illusion for Anton's blind father that business is thriving. Working to sabotage their efforts is Gregor - Anton's brother - an amoral developer who is determined to raze the entire town and construct a sprawling condominium complex. Gregor engineers an accident that seems certain to doom the business and in the process steals away Eva, the beautiful woman of Anton's dreams. Will Gregor's dastardly plan succeed? Tuvalu is a Fantasy, Drama, Comedy, Science Fiction, Romance, Family movie, released on 1999-11-19, runtime 92 minutes.
Is Tuvalu worth watching?
TMDB users rate Tuvalu 6.2 out of 10 from 45 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Tuvalu?
In the United States, Tuvalu streams on Darkroom and can be rented from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. The table on this page lists 5 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Veit Helmer
Cast
- Denis Lavant as Anton
- Philippe Clay as Karl
- Terrence Gillespie as Gregor
- E.J. Callahan as Inspektor
- Djoko Rosic as Gustav
- Cătălina Murgea as Martha
- Todor Georgiev as Polizist
- Chulpan Khamatova as Eva
- Zlatina Todeva as Old Woman
- Todor Georgiev as Policeman
- Georgi Kishkilov as Homeless
- Krikor Hugasjan as Homeless
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Sources
Details and the 6.2/10 rating from Tuvalu on TMDB, also on IMDb. Back to Movie World.