Still Waters Run Deep
Méfie-toi de l'eau qui dort
Synopsis
Despite his lifelong efforts, Jean is one of those unfortunate men who can never understand women. This arty, metaphorical French film presents three examples of Jean's difficulties over the course of his long life. Each of the three episodes takes place beside the same river. He is first seen as a small boy playing on the river banks with the teenage girl he secretly loves. She mischievously promises to tell him her darkest secret if only he will perform a certain task for her. The story then takes a more surreal turn as a now-grown Jean, once again beside the river, toys with a beautiful woman at a picnic. She wants a commitment from him, but wily Jean is unwilling to satisfy her. In the final segment, Jean has become an old man and is once again deeply in love.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
37th Thessaloniki International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacques Deschamps
- Screenplay & Story
- Jacques Deschamps, Olivier Lorelle
- Original Score
- Béatrice Thiriet
- Original Title
- Méfie-toi de l'eau qui dort
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Les Productions Lazennec, La Sept Cinéma, Canal+, CNC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacques Deschamps
Jacques Deschamps, Olivier Lorelle
Béatrice Thiriet
Anne Weil
Bertrand Faivre
Department Leadership Roster
Anne Weil
Editor
Jacques Deschamps
Writer
Olivier Lorelle
Writer
Bertrand Faivre
Producer
Jacques Deschamps
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Still Waters Run Deep
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What is Still Waters Run Deep about?
Despite his lifelong efforts, Jean is one of those unfortunate men who can never understand women. This arty, metaphorical French film presents three examples of Jean's difficulties over the course of his long life. Each of the three episodes takes place beside the same river. He is first seen as a small boy playing on the river banks with the teenage girl he secretly loves. She mischievously promises to tell him her darkest secret if only he will perform a certain task for her. The story then takes a more surreal turn as a now-grown Jean, once again beside the river, toys with a beautiful woman at a picnic. She wants a commitment from him, but wily Jean is unwilling to satisfy her. In the final segment, Jean has become an old man and is once again deeply in love.
Who directed Still Waters Run Deep?
Still Waters Run Deep was directed by Jacques Deschamps.
Who stars in Still Waters Run Deep?
The principal cast of Still Waters Run Deep includes Robin Renucci, Maruschka Detmers, Jean Benguigui, Frankie Pain, Philippe Dormoy.
When was Still Waters Run Deep released and how long is it?
Still Waters Run Deep was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for Still Waters Run Deep?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Still Waters Run Deep was composed by Béatrice Thiriet.