The Young Girls of Rochefort
"…They're singing and dancing in the streets."
Originally released in 1967. The Young Girls of Rochefort is a romance/comedy film. directed by Jacques Demy. With a runtime of 2h 6m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Catherine Deneuve, Françoise Dorléac, and Jacques Perrin
Synopsis
In the seaside town of Rochefort, twin sisters Delphine and Solange dream of love and artistic fulfillment beyond their quiet lives. As sailors, artists, musicians, and chance visitors pass through town during a weekend fair, a web of near-misses and romantic longing brings ideal partners tantalizingly close—without their realizing it.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 8, 1967
58 years ago
Runtime
2h 6m
126 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (639 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Catherine Deneuve
as Delphine Garnier
Françoise Dorléac
as Solange Garnier
Jacques Perrin
as Maxence
Gene Kelly
as Andy Miller
Danielle Darrieux
as Yvonne Garnier
Michel Piccoli
as Simon Dame
George Chakiris
as Etienne
Grover Dale
as Bill
Jacques Riberolles
as Guillaume Lancien
Geneviève Thénier
as Josette
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Parc Film
- Madeleine Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Young Girls of Rochefort about?
In the seaside town of Rochefort, twin sisters Delphine and Solange dream of love and artistic fulfillment beyond their quiet lives. As sailors, artists, musicians, and chance visitors pass through...
Who directed The Young Girls of Rochefort?
The Young Girls of Rochefort was directed by Jacques Demy.
How long is The Young Girls of Rochefort?
The Young Girls of Rochefort has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).
When was The Young Girls of Rochefort released?
The Young Girls of Rochefort was released on March 8, 1967 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Young Girls of Rochefort?
The main cast of The Young Girls of Rochefort includes Catherine Deneuve, Françoise Dorléac, Jacques Perrin, Gene Kelly, Danielle Darrieux.
Is The Young Girls of Rochefort worth watching?
The Young Girls of Rochefort has a user rating of 7.7/10 based on 639 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.