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Claire's Knee (1970)

Movie ★ 7.3 105 min

Drama Romance

On the eve of his wedding, on holiday on the Lake Annecy shore, a career diplomat visits an old acquaintance, perhaps a former girlfriend. Through her he meets an intense teenager, Laura, and then lusts after her sister, Claire. Whilst Laura attempts to flirt with him, his fantasy becomes focused on wanting to caress Claire's knee.

Éric Rohmer Director Éric Rohmer Writer

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Quick facts

Released
December 11, 1970
Runtime
105 min
IMDb
tt0065772
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Cast

Jean-Claude Brialy Jean-Claude Brialy Jérôme Aurora Cornu Aurora Cornu Aurora, the novelist Béatrice Romand Béatrice Romand Laura Laurence de Monaghan Laurence de Monaghan Claire Michèle Montel Michèle Montel Madame Walter Gérard Falconetti Gérard Falconetti Gilles Fabrice Luchini Fabrice Luchini Vincent Sandra Franchina

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Frequently asked questions

What is Claire's Knee about?
On the eve of his wedding, on holiday on the Lake Annecy shore, a career diplomat visits an old acquaintance, perhaps a former girlfriend. Through her he meets an intense teenager, Laura, and then lusts after her sister, Claire. Whilst Laura attempts to flirt with him, his fantasy becomes focused on wanting to caress Claire's knee.
Who directed Claire's Knee?
Claire's Knee was directed by Éric Rohmer.
Who stars in Claire's Knee?
Claire's Knee stars Jean-Claude Brialy, Aurora Cornu, Béatrice Romand, Laurence de Monaghan.
When was Claire's Knee released?
Claire's Knee is a 1970 drama, romance film.
Where can I watch Claire's Knee?
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