Strange Affair (1981)
A young Parisian advertising executive becomes so captivated by the unsettling charm of his mysterious new employer that he eventually abandons his family and friends, viewing it a privilege to let the ubiquitous employer take over his home, his life, his desire. Only his wife remains suspicious, recognizing both the pathos and the evil in the man’s soul-stealing power.
Director: Pierre Granier-Deferre
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 105 min
Release Date: December 23, 1981
Cast
- Gérard Lanvin - Louis Coline
- Michel Piccoli - Bertrand Malair
- Nathalie Baye - Nina Coline
- Jean-Pierre Kalfon - François Lingre
- Madeleine Cheminat - Yvette, la grand-mère de Louis
- Jean-François Balmer - Paul Belais
- Pierre Michaël - Gérard Doutre
- Victor Garrivier - le père de Nina
- Dominique Blanchar - la mère de Nina
- Kathy Kriegel - Véronique
Screenplay
- Pierre Granier-Deferre (Screenplay)
- Christopher Frank (Screenplay)
Music: Philippe Sarde
Cinematography: Étienne Becker
Editing: Isabel García de Herreros
Production: Films A2, Sara Films
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Pierre Granier-Deferre
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Strange Affair about?
- A young Parisian advertising executive becomes so captivated by the unsettling charm of his mysterious new employer that he eventually abandons his family and friends, viewing it a privilege to let the ubiquitous employer take over his home, his life, his desire. Only his wife remains suspicious, recognizing both the pathos and the evil in the man’s soul-stealing power.
- Who directed Strange Affair?
- Strange Affair was directed by Pierre Granier-Deferre.
- Who stars in Strange Affair?
- Strange Affair stars Gérard Lanvin, Michel Piccoli, Nathalie Baye, Jean-Pierre Kalfon, Madeleine Cheminat, Jean-François Balmer.
- How long is Strange Affair?
- Strange Affair has a runtime of 1h 45m (105 minutes).
- What genre is Strange Affair?
- Strange Affair is a Drama film.
- Where was Strange Affair produced?
- Strange Affair was produced in France.