Babel

Brad Pitt plays Richard Jones, a tourist vacationing with his wife in Morocco who faces a crisis after an unexpected tragedy.

Rinko Kikuchi portrays Chieko, a deaf-mute Japanese teenager struggling with her mother's death and her own burgeoning sexuality.

Adriana Barraza plays Amelia, a Mexican nanny who takes her American charges across the border to attend her son's wedding, with unforeseen consequences.

Cate Blanchett plays Susan Jones, the wife of Richard Jones, who is critically injured while on vacation in Morocco.

Satoshi Nikaido plays Kenji Mamiya, a Japanese businessman and father of Chieko.

Said Tarchani plays Ahmed, a young Moroccan boy involved in a tragic accident with a firearm.

Boubker Ait El Caid portrays Yussef, Ahmed's brother, who also plays a pivotal role in the accidental shooting incident in Morocco.

Gael García Bernal plays Santiago, the hot-headed nephew of Amelia who drives her and the American children into a difficult situation at the border.

Nathan Gamble plays Mike Jones, the son of Richard and Susan Jones, whom Amelia takes to her son's wedding in Mexico.

Elle Fanning portrays Debbie Jones, the daughter of Richard and Susan Jones, who is also taken across the Mexican border by her nanny.

Mohamed Akhzam plays Anwar, a Moroccan guide who aids Richard and Susan during their distressing situation.

Yuko Murata plays Mitsu, a friend of Chieko who navigates the complexities of their teenage life and Chieko's disabilities.