La Lectrice
Synopsis
A young woman passionate about reading immerses herself in the adventures of a fictional character who makes reading her profession. As she explores different neighborhoods and wintertime Provence, her imagination blends with reality, revealing the mysteries behind each word.
Top Cast
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Miou-Miou
Constance / Marie
Patrick Chesnais
le P.D.G.
Pierre Dux
le magistrat
Régis Royer
Eric
Christian Ruché
Jean/Philippe
Brigitte Catillon
la mère d'Éric
Marianne Denicourt
Bella B.
Charlotte Farran
Coralie
Clotilde de Bayser
la mère de Coralie
Jean-Luc Boutté
l'Inspecteur de police
Simon Eine
le Professeur d'hôpital
Maria de Medeiros
l'infirmière muette
André Wilms
l'homme de la Rue Saint-Landry
María Casares
la veuve de Général
Bérangère Bonvoisin
La mère de Joël
Sylvie Laporte
l’amie de la lectrice
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 21, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michel Deville
- Screenplay & Story
- Michel Deville, Rosalinde Deville, Raymond Jean
- Original Title
- La Lectrice
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Ciné 5, Eléfilm, AAA Production, TSF Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michel Deville
Michel Deville, Rosalinde Deville, Raymond Jean
Dominique Le Rigoleur
Raymonde Guyot
Rosalinde Deville
Department Leadership Roster
Michel Deville
Director
Michel Deville
Writer
Rosalinde Deville
Producer
Rosalinde Deville
Writer
Raymonde Guyot
Editor
Dominique Le Rigoleur
Director of Photography
Thierry Leproust
Production Design
Cécile Balme
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About La Lectrice
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is La Lectrice about?
A young woman passionate about reading immerses herself in the adventures of a fictional character who makes reading her profession. As she explores different neighborhoods and wintertime Provence, her imagination blends with reality, revealing the mysteries behind each word.
Who directed La Lectrice?
La Lectrice was directed by Michel Deville.
Who stars in La Lectrice?
The principal cast of La Lectrice includes Miou-Miou, Patrick Chesnais, Pierre Dux, Régis Royer, Christian Ruché.
When was La Lectrice released and how long is it?
La Lectrice was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Is La Lectrice based on a book or true story?
La Lectrice is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Raymond Jean".
What is the age rating and content advisory for La Lectrice?
La Lectrice holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).