The Strange Ones (1950)

A love story by Jean Cocteau

The Strange Ones (1950) poster

Elisabeth and her brother Paul live isolated from much of the world after Paul is injured in a snowball fight. As a coping mechanism, the two conjure up a hermetic dream of their own making. Their relationship, however, isn't exactly wholesome. Jealousy and a malevolent undercurrent intrude on their fantasy when Elisabeth invites the strange Agathe to stay with them -- and Paul is immediately attracted to her.

Director: Jean-Pierre Melville
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 107 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Henri Decaë
Editing: Monique Bonnot
Production: Melville Productions
Country: France
Language: Français, English
Original Language: fr

Themes

The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son

Keywords

sibling relationship, obsession, male homosexuality, incest, orphan siblings

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Strange Ones about?
Elisabeth and her brother Paul live isolated from much of the world after Paul is injured in a snowball fight. As a coping mechanism, the two conjure up a hermetic dream of their own making. Their relationship, however, isn't exactly wholesome. Jealousy and a malevolent undercurrent intrude on their fantasy when Elisabeth invites the strange Agathe to stay with them -- and Paul is immediately attracted to her.
Who directed The Strange Ones?
The Strange Ones was directed by Jean-Pierre Melville.
Who stars in The Strange Ones?
The Strange Ones stars Nicole Stéphane, Edouard Dermithe, Renée Cosima, Jacques Bernard, Jean Cocteau, Melvyn Martin.
How long is The Strange Ones?
The Strange Ones has a runtime of 1h 47m (107 minutes).
What genre is The Strange Ones?
The Strange Ones is a Drama film.
Where was The Strange Ones produced?
The Strange Ones was produced in France.
What are the themes of The Strange Ones?
The themes of The Strange Ones include: The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son.