The Virgin of Pessac
La Rosière de Pessac
Synopsis
This landmark documentary by Jean Eustache, filmed in 1968, hilariously exposes small-town pomposity and naiveté as it chronicles the preparations for an annual contest to crown a village’s most virtuous young woman.
Top Cast
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Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Eustache
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Eustache, Françoise Lebrun
- Original Title
- La Rosière de Pessac
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
- Production Studios
- Moullet et Cie, Galba Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Eustache
Jean Eustache, Françoise Lebrun
Philippe Théaudière
Jean Eustache
Department Leadership Roster
Jean Eustache
Editor
Jean Eustache
Writer
Jean Eustache
Director
Philippe Théaudière
Director of Photography
Françoise Lebrun
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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French New Wave
Nouvelle Vague films, 1958 to 1973, by the movement's directors.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Virgin of Pessac
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What is The Virgin of Pessac about?
This landmark documentary by Jean Eustache, filmed in 1968, hilariously exposes small-town pomposity and naiveté as it chronicles the preparations for an annual contest to crown a village’s most virtuous young woman.
Who directed The Virgin of Pessac?
The Virgin of Pessac was directed by Jean Eustache.
Who stars in The Virgin of Pessac?
The principal cast of The Virgin of Pessac includes Jean-Claude Dalbos, Agnès Solera, Christiane Vernet.
When was The Virgin of Pessac released and how long is it?
The Virgin of Pessac was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.