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Contempt (1963)

Movie ★ 7.0 103 min

Drama Romance

Art film producer Jeremy Prokosch, unhappy with the work of his director, hires Fritz Lang (as himself) to direct an adaptation of The Odyssey, but when it seems that the legendary filmmaker is making a picture destined to bomb, he brings in a screenwriter to energise the script. The professional intersects with the personal when a rift develops between the writer and his wife.

Jean-Luc Godard Director

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Quick facts

Released
October 29, 1963
Runtime
103 min
Rating
NR
Budget
$900,000
Box office
$528,428
IMDb
tt0057345
Country
France, Italy
Language
English, French, German
Studio
Rome-Paris Films, Les Films Concordia, C. C. Champion

Themes

Cast

Brigitte Bardot Brigitte Bardot Camille Javal Michel Piccoli Michel Piccoli Paul Javal Jack Palance Jack Palance Jeremy Prokosch Giorgia Moll Giorgia Moll Francesca Vanini Fritz Lang Fritz Lang Fritz Lang Raoul Coutard Raoul Coutard Cameraman Jean-Luc Godard Jean-Luc Godard Lang's Assistant Director Linda Veras Linda Veras Sirene

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Frequently asked questions

What is Contempt about?
Art film producer Jeremy Prokosch, unhappy with the work of his director, hires Fritz Lang (as himself) to direct an adaptation of The Odyssey, but when it seems that the legendary filmmaker is making a picture destined to bomb, he brings in a screenwriter to energise the script. The professional intersects with the personal when a rift develops between the writer and his wife.
Who directed Contempt?
Contempt was directed by Jean-Luc Godard.
Who stars in Contempt?
Contempt stars Brigitte Bardot, Michel Piccoli, Jack Palance, Giorgia Moll.
When was Contempt released?
Contempt is a 1963 drama, romance film.
Where can I watch Contempt?
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