The Pig
Le Cochon
Synopsis
In the French countryside it's the day for peasants to kill a big fat pig. The slaughter goes on for a great part of the day as they work to store 140kg worth of meat.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Journées internationales du film de court-métrage
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Eustache, Jean-Michel Barjol
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Eustache
- Original Title
- Le Cochon
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- Occitan
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Moullet et Cie
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Eustache, Jean-Michel Barjol
Jean Eustache
Philippe Théaudière, Renan Pollès
Jean Eustache
Luc Moullet, Françoise Lebrun
Department Leadership Roster
Jean Eustache
Director
Jean Eustache
Screenplay
Jean-Michel Barjol
Director
Luc Moullet
Producer
Jean Eustache
Editor
Philippe Théaudière
Director of Photography
Françoise Lebrun
Producer
Renan Pollès
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Pig
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What is The Pig about?
In the French countryside it's the day for peasants to kill a big fat pig. The slaughter goes on for a great part of the day as they work to store 140kg worth of meat.
Who directed The Pig?
The Pig was directed by Jean Eustache, Jean-Michel Barjol.
Who stars in The Pig?
The principal cast of The Pig includes Not specified.
When was The Pig released and how long is it?
The Pig was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 50m.