La Belle Noiseuse movie poster

La Belle Noiseuse

September 4, 1991 3h 58m 7.3/10 (284 votes)

Originally released in 1991. La Belle Noiseuse is a drama film. directed by Jacques Rivette. With a runtime of 3h 58m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Michel Piccoli, Emmanuelle Béart, and Jane Birkin

Synopsis

The former famous painter Frenhofer lives quietly with his wife on a countryside residence in the French Provence. When the young artist Nicolas visits him with his girlfriend Marianne, Frenhofer decides to start again the work on a painting he long ago stopped: La Belle Noiseuse. And he wants Marianne as model.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 4, 1991 34 years ago
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Runtime 3h 58m 238 minutes total
User Rating 7.3/10 Great (284 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country France + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Pierre Grise Productions
  • George Reinhart Productions
  • FR3 Films Production
  • CNC
  • Canal+

Frequently Asked Questions

What is La Belle Noiseuse about?

The former famous painter Frenhofer lives quietly with his wife on a countryside residence in the French Provence. When the young artist Nicolas visits him with his girlfriend Marianne, Frenhofer d...

Who directed La Belle Noiseuse?

La Belle Noiseuse was directed by Jacques Rivette.

How long is La Belle Noiseuse?

La Belle Noiseuse has a runtime of 3 hours and 58 minutes (238 minutes total).

When was La Belle Noiseuse released?

La Belle Noiseuse was released on September 4, 1991 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in La Belle Noiseuse?

The main cast of La Belle Noiseuse includes Michel Piccoli, Emmanuelle Béart, Jane Birkin, Marianne Denicourt, David Bursztein.

Is La Belle Noiseuse worth watching?

La Belle Noiseuse has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 284 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.