Appointment in Bray

– In 1917, the First World War is raging. Julien is from Luxemburg, so instead of having to go to war ..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
7.20 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 30 Minutes
Release Year:
1971
Original Name:
Rendez-vous à Bray
Appointment in Bray (1971) - Also known as Rendez-vous à Bray

In 1917, the First World War is raging. Julien is from Luxemburg, so instead of having to go to war he studies piano in Paris. One day his friend Jacques, also a musician and now a fighter pilot on the front, invites him to spend a few days in his family's empty house in Bray. The housekeeper, a beautiful but mute woman lets Julien in, but his friend is late and he is obliged to wait. In the meantime, he starts reminiscing of the pre-war days spent with his friend and Jacques' girlfriend Odile.

Story Timeline:
Producing Country:
Filming Locations:
Genre:
Release Date:

22 Dec 1971

Language:

French, German

Director:

André Delvaux

Writer:

Julien Gracq (short story "Le roi Cophetua")

Main Actors:

Anna Karina, Mathieu Carrière, Roger Van Hool, Bulle Ogier

Plot:

In 1917, the First World War is raging. Julien is from Luxemburg, so instead of having to go to war he studies piano in Paris. One day his friend Jacques, also a musician and now a fighter pilot on the front, invites him to spend a few days in his family's empty house in Bray. The housekeeper, a beautiful but mute woman lets Julien in, but his friend is late and he is obliged to wait. In the meantime, he starts reminiscing of the pre-war days spent with his friend and Jacques' girlfriend Odile.

Awards:

1 win & 3 nominations.

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
7.2/10