The Old Maid
Originally released in 1972. The Old Maid is a comedy film. directed by Jean-Pierre Blanc. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Philippe Noiret, Annie Girardot, and Marthe Keller
Synopsis
Muriel is a shy woman who bluffs and blusters around in order to hide her shyness and to protect her loneliness, even though she longs wistfully for a companion of some sort. She has been lonely so long that now she is an old maid and has never been wooed. In this gentle French film, Muriel gets a glimpse of romance when Gabriel walks into the seaside hotel she is vacationing in. His car has broken down, and he has to stay there for a few days while it is repaired. Hers is the only dinner table with room at it, and Gabriel cannot prevent himself from charming women. She is stiff with him at first, but soon they develop a friendship.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 5, 1972
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (35 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Lira Films
- Pegaso Cinematografica
- Praesidens (IT)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Old Maid about?
Muriel is a shy woman who bluffs and blusters around in order to hide her shyness and to protect her loneliness, even though she longs wistfully for a companion of some sort. She has been lonely so...
Who directed The Old Maid?
The Old Maid was directed by Jean-Pierre Blanc.
How long is The Old Maid?
The Old Maid has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was The Old Maid released?
The Old Maid was released on January 5, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Old Maid?
The main cast of The Old Maid includes Philippe Noiret, Annie Girardot, Marthe Keller, Michael Lonsdale, Édith Scob.