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The Crab Basket

May 20, 1960 1h 26m

Originally released in 1960. The Crab Basket is a drama/romance film. directed by Joseph Lisbona. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Pierre Michaël, Anne Doat, and Anne Tonietti

Synopsis

Charles is a student in Strasbourg. Abandoned by Liliane, his fiancée, who has inexplicably given up on marriage, he moves to Paris, where he decides to pursue a career in cinema. He founded a film club and became a journalist, then assistant to a famous director. Little by little, he came face to face with the various compromises inherent in this professional milieu. After writing a screenplay about his experiences, he enlists the help of Chantal, a young actress, to bring his film project to fruition.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 20, 1960 65 years ago
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Runtime 1h 26m 86 minutes total
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Lisbon Films

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Crab Basket about?

Charles is a student in Strasbourg. Abandoned by Liliane, his fiancée, who has inexplicably given up on marriage, he moves to Paris, where he decides to pursue a career in cinema. He founded a fil...

Who directed The Crab Basket?

The Crab Basket was directed by Joseph Lisbona.

How long is The Crab Basket?

The Crab Basket has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).

When was The Crab Basket released?

The Crab Basket was released on May 20, 1960 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Crab Basket?

The main cast of The Crab Basket includes Pierre Michaël, Anne Doat, Anne Tonietti, Michel Bardinet, Paul Frankeur.