Noir et blanc
Originally released in 1986. Noir et blanc is a drama film. directed by Claire Devers. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Francis Frappat, Jacques Martial, and Joséphine Fresson
Synopsis
Antoine is an accountant, uptight and withdrawn, married to Edith, who picks out his clothes and shoes. He's assigned to a fitness gymnasium for a month to straighten out their books. The owner, M. Roland, encourages Antoine to use the facilities, including the massages, so Antoine goes to Dominique, a muscular African. In these sessions, Antoine discovers that the pain is comforting, and Dominique finds the accountant ideal for his own sadism. When Dominique breaks Antoine's arm and then goes to the hospital to take Antoine away, Antoine confesses his fascination with and fear of death. With Dominique's help, the accountant breaks all earthly ties to confront his fear.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 12, 1986
39 years ago
Runtime
1h 20m
80 minutes total
User Rating
3.9/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Noir et blanc about?
Antoine is an accountant, uptight and withdrawn, married to Edith, who picks out his clothes and shoes. He's assigned to a fitness gymnasium for a month to straighten out their books. The owner, M....
Who directed Noir et blanc?
Noir et blanc was directed by Claire Devers.
How long is Noir et blanc?
Noir et blanc has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was Noir et blanc released?
Noir et blanc was released on March 12, 1986 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Noir et blanc?
The main cast of Noir et blanc includes Francis Frappat, Jacques Martial, Joséphine Fresson, Marc Berman, Benoît Régent.