Cast
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Pierre Clémenti
as Antoine Desvrières
Marie-Hélène Breillat
as Anne
Jacques Spiesser
as Jean Rimbert
Reinhard Kolldehoff
as Helmut
Jean Desailly
as M. Desvrières
Brigitte Fossey
as Ursula
Juliette Mills
as Micheline
Hans Verner
as Brauner
Konrad von Bork
as Hans
Huguette Faget
as
Jean Lanier
as Hauteclaire
Pierre Vaneck
as Werner Von Rompsay
Claude Rich
as Morin
Crew
Director
- Édouard Molinaro
Producer
- Christine Gouze-Rénal
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Irony of Chance examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Édouard Molinaro brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1974, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Irony of Chance took approximately 6 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 82 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 110 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 77 unique compositions.
- The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 9 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1974, when this film was released:
- The Watergate scandal changed public perception of political institutions.
- Economic recession and oil crises were affecting global economies.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: April 30, 1974
- Runtime: 1h 22m