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The Strange Ones (1952)

FR Released

A love story by Jean Cocteau

Director: Jean-Pierre Melville |Writers: Jean-Pierre Melville, Jean Cocteau |Stars: Nicole Stéphane, Édouard Dermithe, Renée Cosima
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★ 6.6/10
Rating: ★ 6.6/10 (125 votes) · IMDb ↗
Genre: Drama
Duration: 1h 47m
Language: FR
Release Date: Jul 28, 1952
Country: France
Director: Jean-Pierre Melville

Storyline

Elisabeth and her brother Paul live isolated from much of the world after Paul is injured in a snowball fight. As a coping mechanism, the two conjure up a hermetic dream of their own making. Their relationship, however, isn't exactly wholesome. Jealousy and a malevolent undercurrent intrude on their fantasy when Elisabeth invites the strange Agathe to stay with them -- and Paul is immediately attracted to her.

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Movie Details

Original titleLes Enfants terribles
Release dateJul 28, 1952
StatusReleased
Keywordsobsession, sibling relationship, orphan siblings, male homosexuality, incest

FAQ

What is The Strange Ones about?

Elisabeth and her brother Paul live isolated from much of the world after Paul is injured in a snowball fight. As a coping mechanism, the two conjure up a hermetic dream of their own making. Their relationship, however, isn't exactly wholesome. Jealousy and a malevolent undercurrent intrude on their fantasy when Elisabeth invites the strange Agathe to stay with them -- and Paul is immediately attracted to her.

When was The Strange Ones released?

The Strange Ones was released on Jul 28, 1952 (status: Released).

Who directed The Strange Ones?

Jean-Pierre Melville directed The Strange Ones.

What is the TMDB rating of The Strange Ones?

The Strange Ones has a TMDB rating of 6.6/10 from 125 votes.