The Breach
La Rupture
Synopsis
An innocent woman falls prey to her abusive husband, his wealthy father and a shady family friend.
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The Breach (trailer) - Claude Chabrol
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-09-12
Top Cast
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Stéphane Audran
Hélène Regnier
Jean-Pierre Cassel
Paul Thomas
Jean-Claude Drouot
Charles Regnier
Michel Bouquet
Ludovic Regnier
Michel Duchaussoy
Allan Jourdan
Annie Cordy
Mme Pinelli
Jean Carmet
M. Pinelli
Catherine Rouvel
Sonia
Mario David
Gérard Postelle
Marguerite Cassan
Emilie Régnier
Louise Chevalier
La Deuxième Parque
Margo Lion
Mme Humbert
Maria Michi
La Troisième Parque
Angelo Infanti
Dr. Blanchard
Dominique Zardi
Balloon Seller
Katia Romanoff
Elise
Laurent Brunschwick
Michel Régnier
Claude Chabrol
Passenger on the Tram
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 26, 1970
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Claude Chabrol
- Screenplay & Story
- Claude Chabrol
- Original Score
- Pierre Jansen, Dominique Zardi
- Original Title
- La Rupture
- Country of Origin
- Belgium, France, Italy
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Production Studios
- Ciné Vog Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Claude Chabrol
Claude Chabrol, Charlotte Armstrong
Pierre Jansen, Dominique Zardi
Jean Rabier
Jacques Gaillard
André Génovès
Department Leadership Roster
Claude Chabrol
Director
Claude Chabrol
Screenplay
Jean Rabier
Director of Photography
Jacques Gaillard
Editor
Pierre Jansen
Original Music Composer
André Génovès
Producer
Françoise Hardy
Production Design
Guy Littaye
Production Design
Dany Rayet
Costume Design
Dominique Zardi
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Breach
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What is The Breach about?
An innocent woman falls prey to her abusive husband, his wealthy father and a shady family friend.
Who directed The Breach?
The Breach was directed by Claude Chabrol.
Who stars in The Breach?
The principal cast of The Breach includes Stéphane Audran, Jean-Pierre Cassel, Jean-Claude Drouot, Michel Bouquet, Michel Duchaussoy.
When was The Breach released and how long is it?
The Breach was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 2h 4m.
Who composed the musical score for The Breach?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Breach was composed by Pierre Jansen, Dominique Zardi.
Is The Breach based on a book or true story?
The Breach is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Charlotte Armstrong".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Breach?
The Breach holds official age classifications: FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.).