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Betty Blue

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Original title

37º2 le matin

Year

1986

Running time

178 min.

Country

France

Director

Jean-Jacques Beineix

Screenwriter

Jean-Jacques Beineix. Novel: Philippe Djian

Cast

Music

Gabriel Yared

Cinematography

Jean-François Robin

Producer

Constellation Productions, Cargo Films

Genre

Romance. Drama. Comedy | Romantic Drama. Psychological Drama. Erotic

Movie Groups

Philippe Djian Adaptations

Synopsis

Laid-back handyman Zorg spends his time doing odd jobs on beach-front chalets, making chilli and harbouring dreams of becoming a writer. His life is turned upside down with the arrival or the beautiful but volatile Betty. They begin a romance fuelled by intense passion but as Betty turns increasingly violent and self-destructive, Zorg tries desperately to halt her slide into insanity.

Awards: 1986: Nominated for Oscar: Best Foreign Language Picture

1986: Golden Globes: Nominated Best Foreign Language Film

1986: César Awards: Best Poster. 8 Nominations, including Best Film

1986: BAFTA Awards: Nominated Best Foreign Language Film

1986: Montréal World Film Festival: Best Film

1986: Boston Society of Film Critics Awards: Best Foreign Language Film

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There is a Director's cut version with 185 minutes.

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Betty Blue

1986

Jean-Jacques Beineix

7.0

(1,305)