Cast
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Coline Serreau
as Anne
Francis Perrin
as Pierre Buzac
Roger Riffard
as M. Buzac, le père de Pierre
Marie-Pierre Casey
as Mme Dalmart, la mère d'Anne
Nicole Dubois
as Marie-France
Gérard Caillaud
as Claude
Yvonne Dany
as Mme Dufour
Françoise Bertin
as La première standardiste
Micha Bayard
as La prof
Jacqueline Doyen
as La sage-femme
Jacques Rispal
as M. Dalmart, le beau-père d'Anne
Paul Cambo
as Le docteur Chic
André Julien
as Le chauffeur de taxi
Crew
Director
- Jean-Louis Bertuccelli
Writer
- Jean-Louis Bertuccelli
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, We Were Mistaken About a Love Story 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 Jean-Louis Bertuccelli 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 We Were Mistaken About a Love Story took approximately 18 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 127 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1251 individual shots.
- The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 1974, when this film was released:
- Disco music dominated popular culture.
- Environmental awareness was growing as a social concern.
- 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 24, 1974
- Runtime: 1h 30m