Once Upon a Time in the East movie poster

Once Upon a Time in the East

May 26, 1974 1h 41m 4.9/10 (8 votes)

Originally released in 1974. Once Upon a Time in the East is a drama/comedy film. directed by André Brassard.

Starring Denise Filiatrault, Michelle Rossignol, and Frédérique Collin

Synopsis

Two women and a transvestite gay man cross paths in this French Canadian drama. The transvestite is preparing for a drag-queen beauty pageant, and has decided to present himself as Cleopatra. Of the two women, one was just fired from her waitressing job and seeks to go back to work at the nightclub where the beauty pageant is to be held. The other woman's mother has just won one million food stamps.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 26, 1974 51 years ago
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Runtime 1h 41m 101 minutes total
User Rating 4.9/10 Mixed (8 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country Canada Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Société Nouvelle de Cinématographie
  • Les Productions Carle-Lamy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Once Upon a Time in the East about?

Two women and a transvestite gay man cross paths in this French Canadian drama. The transvestite is preparing for a drag-queen beauty pageant, and has decided to present himself as Cleopatra. Of th...

Who directed Once Upon a Time in the East?

Once Upon a Time in the East was directed by André Brassard.

How long is Once Upon a Time in the East?

Once Upon a Time in the East has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).

When was Once Upon a Time in the East released?

Once Upon a Time in the East was released on May 26, 1974 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Once Upon a Time in the East?

The main cast of Once Upon a Time in the East includes Denise Filiatrault, Michelle Rossignol, Frédérique Collin, Sophie Clément, André Montmorency.