Movie: A Curtain Raiser

Top 3 Billed Cast

Louis Garrel
Louis Garrel

Bruno

Vahina Giocante
Vahina Giocante

Rosette

Mathieu Amalric
Mathieu Amalric

Pierre

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    Bruno, a young Frenchman, is frustrated by his girlfriend's constant lack of punctuality. He decides to end their relationship the next time she is late again.

  • Release Date

    2006-08-07

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    6.5

  • Rating:

    3.3 starts
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    Français
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