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Claire's Knee

December 11, 1970 1h 45m 7.3/10 (284 votes)

Originally released in 1970. Claire's Knee is a drama/romance film. directed by Éric Rohmer.

Starring Jean-Claude Brialy, Aurora Cornu, and Béatrice Romand

Synopsis

On the eve of his wedding, on holiday on the Lake Annecy shore, a career diplomat visits an old acquaintance, perhaps a former girlfriend. Through her he meets an intense teenager, Laura, and then lusts after her sister, Claire. Whilst Laura attempts to flirt with him, his fantasy becomes focused on wanting to caress Claire's knee.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 11, 1970 55 years ago
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Runtime 1h 45m 105 minutes total
User Rating 7.3/10 Great (284 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

  • Les Films du Losange

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Claire's Knee about?

On the eve of his wedding, on holiday on the Lake Annecy shore, a career diplomat visits an old acquaintance, perhaps a former girlfriend. Through her he meets an intense teenager, Laura, and then ...

Who directed Claire's Knee?

Claire's Knee was directed by Éric Rohmer.

How long is Claire's Knee?

Claire's Knee has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).

When was Claire's Knee released?

Claire's Knee was released on December 11, 1970 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Claire's Knee?

The main cast of Claire's Knee includes Jean-Claude Brialy, Aurora Cornu, Béatrice Romand, Laurence de Monaghan, Michèle Montel.

Is Claire's Knee worth watching?

Claire's Knee has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 284 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.