The Cat
Seen it?1971 | 87 min | Drama
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With almost no lasting buzz, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 27 min.
- What might put you off
- It's in French, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
- Made in 1971: an older pace and style.
Julien Bouin, a former typographist, and his wife Clemence, who used to perform in a circus, hardly talk to each other in their small house, soon to be demolished. His cat Greffier being the only one he still gives affection to, he becomes the object of Clemence's anger.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesSolid
7.4 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Reach & staying powerSolid
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 5K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Pierre Granier-Deferre
- Jean GabinJulien Bouin
- Simone SignoretClémence Bouin
- Annie CordyNelly, boss of the Floride hotel
- Jacques RispalDoctor
- Harry-MaxRetiree, ex-colleague of Julien
- Carlo NellReal estate agent
- André RouyerUnion representative
- Nicole DesaillyNurse
- Yves BarsacqArchitect
- Renate BirgoDairywoman