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Diary of a Chambermaid (1964)

7.119641h 37mFR
DramaComedy

Directed by Luis Buñuel

Rating

7.1/10

Runtime

1h 37m

Language

FR

Release

March 4, 1964

Director

Luis Buñuel

Overview

Celestine has a new job as a chambermaid for the quirky M. Monteil, his wife and her father. When the father dies, Celestine decides to quit her job and leave, but when a young girl is raped and murdered, Celestine believes that the Monteils' groundskeeper, Joseph, is guilty, and stays on in order t...

Cast

Jeanne Moreau

Jeanne Moreau

Céléstine

Georges Géret

Georges Géret

Joseph

Michel Piccoli

Michel Piccoli

Monsieur Monteil

Françoise Lugagne

Françoise Lugagne

Madame Monteil

Jean Ozenne

Jean Ozenne

Monsieur Rabour

Daniel Ivernel

Daniel Ivernel

Captain Mauger

Bernard Musson

Bernard Musson

Le sacristain

Gilberte Géniat

Gilberte Géniat

Rose

Jean-Claude Carrière

Jean-Claude Carrière

Le curé

Muni

Muni

Marianne

Claude Jaeger

Claude Jaeger

Le Juge

Madeleine Damien

Madeleine Damien

La cuisinière des Monteil

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Diary of a Chambermaid (1964), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Celestine has a new job as a chambermaid for the quirky M. Monteil, his wife and her father. When the father dies, Celestine decides to quit her job and leave, but when a young girl is raped and murdered, Celestine believes that the Monteils' groundskeeper, Joseph, is guilty, and stays on in order to prove it. She uses her sexuality and the promise of marriage to get Joseph to confess -- but things do not go as planned.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Diary of a Chambermaid. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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