Friends
“Who needs the world when you own the moon and stars.”
Synopsis
Paul, a rich English boy, and Michelle, an orphaned French girl, run away from home to a remote beach. Living on their own, their friendship grows into love.
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1971 - Friends / Elton John - Michelle's Song
Type: Clip • Published 2013-06-23
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 24, 1971
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lewis Gilbert
- Screenplay & Story
- Lewis Gilbert, Vernon Harris, Jack Golden Russell
- Original Score
- Elton John
- Original Title
- Friends
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Lewis Gilbert Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lewis Gilbert
Lewis Gilbert, Vernon Harris, Jack Golden Russell
Elton John
Andréas Winding
Anne V. Coates
Lewis Gilbert
Department Leadership Roster
Lewis Gilbert
Director
Elton John
Original Music Composer
Lewis Gilbert
Screenplay
Vernon Harris
Screenplay
Jack Golden Russell
Screenplay
Lewis Gilbert
Producer
Andréas Winding
Director of Photography
Marc Frédérix
Production Design
Anne V. Coates
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Friends
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What is Friends about?
Paul, a rich English boy, and Michelle, an orphaned French girl, run away from home to a remote beach. Living on their own, their friendship grows into love.
Who directed Friends?
Friends was directed by Lewis Gilbert.
Who stars in Friends?
The principal cast of Friends includes Anicée Alvina, Sean Bury, Ronald Lewis, Toby Robins, Pascale Roberts.
When was Friends released and how long is it?
Friends was released in 1971 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Friends?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Friends was composed by Elton John.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Friends?
Friends holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).