Franz (1972) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Franz (1972) — In a French seaside town, at a boarding house for civil servants recovering from surgery
Franz (1972) Storyline
In a French seaside town, at a boarding house for civil servants recovering from surgery and maladies, the six male residents' lives change dramatically when two women arrive: Catherine, lively, sexually liberated, willing to kiss, dance, and sleep with the men, and Leonie, reserved, formal, conservative. Leonie finds herself attracted to Leon, a Belgian who was a mercenary in Katanga in 1964, wounded and carrying psychological scars as well. The other men continually play practical jokes on Leon, some of them cruel. As Leon courts Leonie, his horrid mother brings him emotional distress as do his memories of war. Can the two of them get past these obstacles?
Full Cast & Crew
- Jacques Brel as Léon
- Barbara as Léonie
- Danièle Evenou as Catherine
- Fernand Fabre as Antoine
- Louis Navarre as Armand
- Ceel as Pascal
- Serge Sauvion as Serge
- François Cadet as Jules
- Luc Poret as Henri
- Jacques Provins as Grosjean
- Catherine Bady as Madame Grosjean
- Simone Max as Léon's mother
- Roger Darton as Mother's lover
- Edouard Caillau as Maître d'hôtel
- André Gevrey as Coachman
Why Watch Franz?
The Vibe: Franz is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1972. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.9/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with drama-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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