Celestine
"She'll tickle your fancy !"
Originally released in 1974. Celestine is a comedy film. directed by Jesús Franco.
Starring Lina Romay, Olivier Mathot, and Howard Vernon
Synopsis
The story opens with Celestine eluding arrest with a friend as the police raid a brothel. While hiding out in the hayloft of the Count de la Braquette's estate, she meets the hayseed handyman Sébastien and the butler Malou, who reward her favors with the offer of employment. In a manner recalling Terence Stamp's effect on the household in TEOREMA, Celestine's open and relaxed attitude toward sexuality has a transformative effect on the isolated, moribund inhabitants of the mansion, imbuing them with gift of renewed life for the men and women alike, that remains even after a third act twist that forces her to betray them.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 16, 1974
51 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (25 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Lina Romay
as Célestine
Olivier Mathot
as Count Fernand
Howard Vernon
as Grandfather
Pamela Stanford
as Martine
Monica Swinn
as Mademoiselle Ursule
Richard Bigotini
as Malou, the Butler
Lynn Monteil
as Contess Hermonie
Anna Gladysek
as Janine, a prostitute
Henri Guégan
as Matthias
Raymond Hardy
as Sebastien
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Comptoir Français du Film Production
- Cinépix Film Properties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Celestine about?
The story opens with Celestine eluding arrest with a friend as the police raid a brothel. While hiding out in the hayloft of the Count de la Braquette's estate, she meets the hayseed handyman Séba...
Who directed Celestine?
Celestine was directed by Jesús Franco.
How long is Celestine?
Celestine has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was Celestine released?
Celestine was released on October 16, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Celestine?
The main cast of Celestine includes Lina Romay, Olivier Mathot, Howard Vernon, Pamela Stanford, Monica Swinn.