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The Lacemaker (1977)
Director: Claude Goretta
Cast: Isabelle Huppert, Yves Beneyton, Florence Giorgetti, Renate Schroeter
Runtime107 min
Rating15
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Pomme is a meek and mild French beautician whose life takes a fateful turn during a vacation to Normandy. She becomes the lover of middle-class literature-student François. The relationship sours when François takes her home to meet his parents, thanks in no small part to their differing social backgrounds.
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The Lacemaker, directed by Claude Goretta in 1977, is a critically acclaimed French drama that explores the themes of class divide and the complexities of romantic relationships. The film received positive reviews from critics who praised its nuanced portrayal of the characters and their societal differences. While it did not receive major awards recognition, The Lacemaker has maintained a strong reputation among art house and European cinema enthusiasts.
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Directed by Claude Goretta in 1977, The Lacemaker is a poignant character study that explores the nuanced dynamics between a working-class beautician and her middle-class lover, with a standout performance by Isabelle Huppert that captures the complexities of their relationship and social divide.
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The Lacemaker is a 1977 French drama film directed by Claude Goretta and starring Isabelle Huppert and Yves Beneyton. It is based on the 1974 Prix Goncourt winning novel La Dentellière by Pascal Lainé.
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