The Things of Life
Les Choses de la vie
The mind of Pierre Bérard, a successful middle-aged architect, is torn between his unstable present with Hélène, his younger lover, and his happy memories of the past with Catherine, his ex-wife; but his true destiny awaits him at a crossroads on his way to Rennes…
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Where can I watch The Things of Life in the United States?
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What are the ratings for The Things of Life?
The Things of Life scores 7.1 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Things of Life?
The Things of Life stars Michel Piccoli, Romy Schneider, Lea Massari, Gérard Lartigau, and Jean Bouise. Claude Sautet is the director.
How long is The Things of Life?
The Things of Life runs 1h 29m (89 minutes).
When did The Things of Life come out?
The Things of Life was released on March 13, 1970.
Which studio made The Things of Life?
The Things of Life was produced by Lira Films, Sonocam, and Fida Cinematografica in Switzerland, France, and Italy.
What language is The Things of Life in?
The Things of Life is in French, and its original title is Les Choses de la vie.
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