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The Strange Ones

"A love story by Jean Cocteau"

March 29, 1950 1h 47m 6.6/10 (118 votes)

Originally released in 1950. The Strange Ones is a drama film. directed by Jean-Pierre Melville.

Starring Nicole Stéphane, Edouard Dermithe, and Renée Cosima

Synopsis

Elisabeth and her brother Paul live isolated from much of the world after Paul is injured in a snowball fight. As a coping mechanism, the two conjure up a hermetic dream of their own making. Their relationship, however, isn't exactly wholesome. Jealousy and a malevolent undercurrent intrude on their fantasy when Elisabeth invites the strange Agathe to stay with them -- and Paul is immediately attracted to her.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 29, 1950 75 years ago
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Runtime 1h 47m 107 minutes total
User Rating 6.6/10 Good (118 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

  • Melville Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Strange Ones about?

Elisabeth and her brother Paul live isolated from much of the world after Paul is injured in a snowball fight. As a coping mechanism, the two conjure up a hermetic dream of their own making. Their ...

Who directed The Strange Ones?

The Strange Ones was directed by Jean-Pierre Melville.

How long is The Strange Ones?

The Strange Ones has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).

When was The Strange Ones released?

The Strange Ones was released on March 29, 1950 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Strange Ones?

The main cast of The Strange Ones includes Nicole Stéphane, Edouard Dermithe, Renée Cosima, Jacques Bernard, Jean Cocteau.

Is The Strange Ones worth watching?

The Strange Ones has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 118 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.