Clara and the Why Notes
Clara et les Chics Types
Synopsis
In 1981, in Grenoble, Mickey, Bertrand, Frédéric, Charles, Louise, and Aimée—brought together by a shared desire to make music—are the members of a band called the “Why Notes.” During a wedding ceremony in a church where Charles is playing the harmonium for the occasion, Bertrand, who has come to join him, notices the groom interrupting the ceremony and running away. A few hours later, just as the band is about to leave for a concert in Paris at the high school they attended, Bertrand runs into Clara, who suggests they run away together and then disappears... Bertrand, completely captivated by Clara, leaves the band and sets off in search of her... in Paris.
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Isabelle Adjani
Clara
Daniel Auteuil
Mickey
Josiane Balasko
Louise
Christophe Bourseiller
Frédérique
Christian Clavier
Charles
Thierry Lhermitte
Bertrand
Marianne Sergent
Aimée
Monique Chaumette
La mère de Louise
Roland Giraud
Paul
Frédérique Tirmont
Edith
Tatiana Vialle
Michel Pilorgé
Denise Noël
Jacques Rosny
Gaby Wagner
Aude Blanchard
Gaëlle Legrand
Claude Legros
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 20, 2011
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacques Monnet
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean-Loup Dabadie
- Original Score
- Michel Jonasz
- Original Title
- Clara et les Chics Types
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Productions Marcel Dassault, Gaumont International
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacques Monnet
Jean-Loup Dabadie
Michel Jonasz
Yves Lafaye
Pierre Gillette
Alain Poiré
Department Leadership Roster
Jacques Monnet
Director
Jean-Loup Dabadie
Writer
Alain Poiré
Producer
Michel Jonasz
Original Music Composer
Yves Lafaye
Director of Photography
Pierre Gillette
Editor
Annie Périer
Costume Design
Dominique André
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Tous publics — Universal audience.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Clara and the Why Notes
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What is Clara and the Why Notes about?
In 1981, in Grenoble, Mickey, Bertrand, Frédéric, Charles, Louise, and Aimée—brought together by a shared desire to make music—are the members of a band called the “Why Notes.” During a wedding ceremony in a church where Charles is playing the harmonium for the occasion, Bertrand, who has come to join him, notices the groom interrupting the ceremony and running away. A few hours later, just as the band is about to leave for a concert in Paris at the high school they attended, Bertrand runs into Clara, who suggests they run away together and then disappears... Bertrand, completely captivated by Clara, leaves the band and sets off in search of her... in Paris.
Who directed Clara and the Why Notes?
Clara and the Why Notes was directed by Jacques Monnet.
Who stars in Clara and the Why Notes?
The principal cast of Clara and the Why Notes includes Isabelle Adjani, Daniel Auteuil, Josiane Balasko, Christophe Bourseiller, Christian Clavier.
When was Clara and the Why Notes released and how long is it?
Clara and the Why Notes was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Clara and the Why Notes?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Clara and the Why Notes was composed by Michel Jonasz.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Clara and the Why Notes?
Clara and the Why Notes holds official age classifications: FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.).