Claudine
“A heart and soul comedy. Can you dig it?”
Synopsis
Claudine is a single mother in New York City who endures an exhausting commute to the suburbs where she works as a maid for wealthy families. In one carefully tended white community, she meets Roop, a charismatic but irresponsible garbage collector. Romance quickly ensues, but Claudine doubts that their relationship is good for her six children, and Rupert, despite his good nature, is reluctant to take on fatherhood.
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CLAUDINE Official Trailer 1974
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-02-22
Top Cast
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Diahann Carroll
Claudine Price
James Earl Jones
Rupert D. "Roop" Marshall
Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs
Charles
Tamu Blackwell
Charlene
David Krüger
Paul
Yvette Curtis
Patrice
Eric Jones
Francis
Socorro Stephens
Lurlene
Adam Wade
Owen
C. Harrison Avery
Minister
Mordecai Lawner
Process Server
Elisa Loti
Miss Kabac
Roxie Roker
Mrs. Winston
Jay Van Leer
Bar Woman
Judy Mills
Bus Woman #1
Alyce Webb
Bus Woman #2
Lil Henderson
Bus Woman #3
Yvonne Sutherland
Bus Woman #4
Release History & Theatrical Window
USA Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
April 22, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Berry
- Screenplay & Story
- Lester Pine, Drake Walker, Tina Pine
- Original Score
- Curtis Mayfield
- Original Title
- Claudine
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- 20th Century Fox, Third World Cinema
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Berry
Lester Pine, Drake Walker, Tina Pine
Curtis Mayfield
Gayne Rescher
Louis San Andres
Hannah Weinstein, J. Lloyd Grant
Department Leadership Roster
Lester Pine
Writer
John Berry
Director
Tina Pine
Writer
Gayne Rescher
Director of Photography
Louis San Andres
Editor
Hannah Weinstein
Producer
Curtis Mayfield
Original Music Composer
Ted Haworth
Production Design
Bernard Johnson
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Claudine
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What is Claudine about?
Claudine is a single mother in New York City who endures an exhausting commute to the suburbs where she works as a maid for wealthy families. In one carefully tended white community, she meets Roop, a charismatic but irresponsible garbage collector. Romance quickly ensues, but Claudine doubts that their relationship is good for her six children, and Rupert, despite his good nature, is reluctant to take on fatherhood.
Who directed Claudine?
Claudine was directed by John Berry.
Who stars in Claudine?
The principal cast of Claudine includes Diahann Carroll, James Earl Jones, Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs, Tamu Blackwell, David Krüger.
When was Claudine released and how long is it?
Claudine was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Claudine?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Claudine was composed by Curtis Mayfield.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Claudine?
Claudine holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).