An Impudent Girl
L'Effrontée
Synopsis
Charlotte Castang is a working-class 13-year-old girl, who lives in a drab, run-down neighbourhood, and is ready to become an adult. Her mother died giving birth to her, and she lives with her crass brother and a father whose attention is elsewhere. Her only friend is Lulu, a sick 10-year-old she regards as a pest. Charlotte is antisocial, bored and dreams of a better life. Her life improves when she meets Clara Bauman, a pianist prodigy.
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Charlotte Gainsbourg
Charlotte Castang
Bernadette Lafont
Léone
Jean-Claude Brialy
Sam
Julie Glenn
Lulu
Clotilde Baudon
Clara Bauman
Jean-Philippe Écoffey
Jean
Raoul Billerey
Antoine Castang
Richard Guerry
Regard sombre
Simon de La Brosse
Jacky Castang
Cédric Liddell
Pierre-Alain Gallabert
Chantal Banlier
Serveuse perroquet
Philippe Baronnet
Gymnastics teacher
Louisa Shafa
Locker room woman
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 20, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Claude Miller
- Screenplay & Story
- Luc Béraud, Annie Miller, Claude Miller, Bernard Stora
- Original Score
- Alain Jomy
- Original Title
- L'Effrontée
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Monthyon Films, Oliane Productions, Téléma, Films A2
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Claude Miller
Luc Béraud, Annie Miller, Claude Miller, Bernard Stora
Alain Jomy
Dominique Chapuis
Albert Jurgenson
Marie-Laure Reyre
Department Leadership Roster
Luc Béraud
Writer
Annie Miller
Writer
Claude Miller
Writer
Bernard Stora
Writer
Claude Miller
Director
Albert Jurgenson
Editor
Alain Jomy
Original Music Composer
Jean-Pierre Kohut-Svelko
Production Design
Jacqueline Bouchard
Costume Design
Dominique Chapuis
Director of Photography
Marie-Laure Reyre
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Frequently Asked Questions About An Impudent Girl
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What is An Impudent Girl about?
Charlotte Castang is a working-class 13-year-old girl, who lives in a drab, run-down neighbourhood, and is ready to become an adult. Her mother died giving birth to her, and she lives with her crass brother and a father whose attention is elsewhere. Her only friend is Lulu, a sick 10-year-old she regards as a pest. Charlotte is antisocial, bored and dreams of a better life. Her life improves when she meets Clara Bauman, a pianist prodigy.
Who directed An Impudent Girl?
An Impudent Girl was directed by Claude Miller.
Who stars in An Impudent Girl?
The principal cast of An Impudent Girl includes Charlotte Gainsbourg, Bernadette Lafont, Jean-Claude Brialy, Julie Glenn, Clotilde Baudon.
When was An Impudent Girl released and how long is it?
An Impudent Girl was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for An Impudent Girl?
The original motion picture soundtrack for An Impudent Girl was composed by Alain Jomy.
What is the age rating and content advisory for An Impudent Girl?
An Impudent Girl holds official age classifications: FR: TP.