What is The Twist?
The Twist is a 1976 French comedy that examines the lives of a bored group of Parisians from the upper class. The plot centers on Claire de La Tour Picquet, who finds her personal life entangled with both her husband, novelist William Brandeis, and her lover, Jacques Lalouet, who also happens to be her husband's publisher.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1976
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 107 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 23, 1976
- Studios
- Gloria Film, Barnabé Productions, CCC Filmkunst
- Genres
- Comedy
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The Twist is a 1976 French comedy that examines the lives of a bored group of Parisians from the upper class. The plot centers on Claire de La Tour Picquet, who finds her personal life entangled with both her husband, novelist William Brandeis, and her lover, Jacques Lalouet, who also happens to be her husband's publisher. The story expands as it is revealed that both men are involved with the same woman, Charlie.
Culturally, the film serves as a snapshot of 1970s European cinema, focusing on themes of social status and romantic deception. With a runtime of 107 minutes, the film maintains a pacing consistent with mid-seventies comedies, prioritizing the absurdity of its characters' overlapping relationships over traditional dramatic stakes.
Should you watch it?
“A bored Parisian socialite navigates a complex web of overlapping affairs involving her husband and lover.”
- Explores the intricate social dynamics of the Parisian elite
- Features a narrative centered on interconnected romantic betrayals
- Provides a comedic look at the lives of bored upper-class characters
- The focus on a small, privileged social circle may not appeal to all viewers
Watch it if you enjoy character-driven comedies centered on the complicated love lives of the Parisian upper class.
This is a 1976 comedy film with a runtime of one hour and forty-seven minutes that maintains a lighthearted tone regarding infidelity.
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Is The Twist worth watching?
It is worth watching for fans of 1970s French comedies and stories focusing on the complex social lives of the Parisian elite.
How long is the film?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and forty-seven minutes.
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Is this a television series?
No, The Twist is a feature-length film released in 1976.
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