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Elise, or Real Life

Elise, or Real Life

In the middle of the Algerian war, Elise, from Bordeaux, “goes” to Paris to join her brother to earn her living in an automobile factory. There she meets Arezki, an Algerian nationalist activist with whom she falls in love. A chronicle of working life at the time and which highlights the extent of police repression against Algerians.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Élise ou la vraie vie
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1970-11-25
  • Runtime: 104 minutes
  • Rating: 6/10 (12 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Office National pour le Commerce et l'Industrie Cinématographique (ONCIC), Port Royal Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.9879
  • Languages: French

Cast & Crew

Marie-José Nat

Marie-José Nat

as Elise Le Tellier

Mohamed Chouikh

Mohamed Chouikh

as Arezki

Bernadette Lafont

Bernadette Lafont

as Anna

Jean-Pierre Bisson

Jean-Pierre Bisson

as Lucien Le Tellier

Catherine Allégret

Catherine Allégret

as Didi

Mustapha Chadli

Mustapha Chadli

as Mustapha

Alice Reichen

Alice Reichen

as La grand-mère

Martine Chevallier

Martine Chevallier

as Marie-Louise

Jean-Pierre Darras

Jean-Pierre Darras

as Le commissaire

Yves Barsacq

Yves Barsacq

as Un policier

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External Links

Keywords

working classracismworking immigrantslove storyalgerian diaspora

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Elise, or Real Life?

Elise, or Real Life is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1970-11-25.

Who are the main actors in Elise, or Real Life?

The main cast includes Marie-José Nat, Mohamed Chouikh, Bernadette Lafont, Jean-Pierre Bisson, Catherine Allégret, .

Where can I watch Elise, or Real Life online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Elise, or Real Life is available.

Is Elise, or Real Life based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Elise, or Real Life?

Elise, or Real Life has an IMDb rating of 6/10 based on 12 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Elise, or Real Life?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Elise, or Real Life?

The soundtrack was composed by Office National pour le Commerce et l'Industrie Cinématographique (ONCIC), Port Royal Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Elise, or Real Life filmed?

Elise, or Real Life was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Elise, or Real Life?

The total runtime of Elise, or Real Life is 104 minutes.

Is Elise, or Real Life suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Elise, or Real Life?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Elise, or Real Life.

Does Elise, or Real Life have a post-credit scene?

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