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The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie (1972)

7.519721h 41mFR
Comedy

Directed by Luis Buñuel

Rating

7.5/10

Runtime

1h 41m

Language

FR

Release

September 15, 1972

Director

Luis Buñuel

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Overview

In Luis Buñuel’s deliciously satiric masterpiece, an upper-class sextet sits down to dinner but never eats, their attempts continually thwarted by a vaudevillian mixture of events both actual and imagined.

Cast

Fernando Rey

Fernando Rey

Don Rafael

Delphine Seyrig

Delphine Seyrig

Simone Thévenot

Paul Frankeur

Paul Frankeur

François Thévenot

Stéphane Audran

Stéphane Audran

Alice Sénéchal

Bulle Ogier

Bulle Ogier

Florence

Jean-Pierre Cassel

Jean-Pierre Cassel

Henri Sénéchal

Julien Bertheau

Julien Bertheau

Monsignor Dufour

Claude Piéplu

Claude Piéplu

Colonel

Michel Piccoli

Michel Piccoli

Interior Minister

François Maistre

François Maistre

Inspector Delecluze

Pierre Maguelon

Pierre Maguelon

Police Sergeant

Maxence Mailfort

Maxence Mailfort

Sergeant Recounting Dream

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie (1972), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In Luis Buñuel’s deliciously satiric masterpiece, an upper-class sextet sits down to dinner but never eats, their attempts continually thwarted by a vaudevillian mixture of events both actual and imagined.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie. 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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