One Sings, the Other Doesn't
"You are not born a woman… you become one."
Originally released in 1977. One Sings, the Other Doesn't is a drama/music film. directed by Agnès Varda. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Thérèse Liotard, Valérie Mairesse, and Robert Dadiès
Synopsis
The intertwined lives of two women in 1970s France, set against the progress of the women's movement in which Agnes Varda was involved. Pomme and Suzanne meet when Pomme helps Suzanne obtain an abortion after a third pregnancy which she cannot afford. They lose contact but meet again ten years later. Pomme has become an unconventional singer, Suzanne a serious community worker - despite the contrast they remain friends and share in the various dramas of each others' lives, in the process affirming their different female identities.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 9, 1977
48 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (112 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Belgium
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Director
Top Cast
Thérèse Liotard
as Suzanne
Valérie Mairesse
as Pauline aka Pomme
Robert Dadiès
as Jérôme
Mona Mairesse
as Pomme's Mother
Francis Lemaire
as Pomme's Father
François Courbin
as Mathieu (9 months)
Salomé Wimille
as Marie (3 years)
Nicole Clément
as Philosophy Teacher
Patricia Cartier
as Chorus Friend
Sapho
as Painted Chorus Girl
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Ciné-Tamaris
- Paradise Films
- Population Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is One Sings, the Other Doesn't about?
The intertwined lives of two women in 1970s France, set against the progress of the women's movement in which Agnes Varda was involved. Pomme and Suzanne meet when Pomme helps Suzanne obtain an abo...
Who directed One Sings, the Other Doesn't?
One Sings, the Other Doesn't was directed by Agnès Varda.
How long is One Sings, the Other Doesn't?
One Sings, the Other Doesn't has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was One Sings, the Other Doesn't released?
One Sings, the Other Doesn't was released on March 9, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in One Sings, the Other Doesn't?
The main cast of One Sings, the Other Doesn't includes Thérèse Liotard, Valérie Mairesse, Robert Dadiès, Mona Mairesse, Francis Lemaire.
Is One Sings, the Other Doesn't worth watching?
One Sings, the Other Doesn't has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 112 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.