Zita movie poster

Zita

January 12, 1968 1h 45m 4.8/10 (9 votes)

Originally released in 1968. Zita is a drama film. directed by Robert Enrico.

Starring Joanna Shimkus, Katina Paxinou, and Suzanne Flon

Synopsis

Because "Tante Zita" main theme is death: a twenty-year old girl, Annie (Shimkus) lives with her mother and her aunt (both played by first-class actresses Suzanne Flon and Katina Paxinou). The auntie is dying, and for the first time in her life, Annie has to cope with death. One night, she finds it too hard to bear, and leaving home where the old woman is suffering, she begins to hang around in Paris. She will meet people, and, from dusk to dawn, she will learn to leave her childhood behind and to grow into a woman.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 12, 1968 58 years ago
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Runtime 1h 45m 105 minutes total
User Rating 4.8/10 Mixed (9 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Société Nouvelle de Cinématographie

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zita about?

Because "Tante Zita" main theme is death: a twenty-year old girl, Annie (Shimkus) lives with her mother and her aunt (both played by first-class actresses Suzanne Flon and Katina Paxinou). The aunt...

Who directed Zita?

Zita was directed by Robert Enrico.

How long is Zita?

Zita has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).

When was Zita released?

Zita was released on January 12, 1968 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Zita?

The main cast of Zita includes Joanna Shimkus, Katina Paxinou, Suzanne Flon, Paul Crauchet, Bernard Fresson.