Maelström (2000)
A young woman's life spirals into chaos after she is involved in a hit-and-run accident. Then she encounters a mysterious man named Evian who offers her an opportunity for redemption. Narrated by a fish.
Top billed cast
Marie-Josée CrozeBibiane Champagne
Jean-Nicolas VerreaultEvian
Stephanie MorgensternClaire Gunderson
Pierre LebeauThe Fish (voice)
Kliment DenchevHead-Annstein Karlsen
John Dunn-HillFishmonger
Bobby BeshroPhilippe Champagne
Marie-France LambertMarie-Jeanne Sirois
Luis OlivaFishmonger's Employee
Robin AubertGas Station Clerk
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