Synopsis
On the eve of his wedding, on holiday on the Lake Annecy shore, a career diplomat visits an old acquaintance, perhaps a former girlfriend. Through her he meets an intense teenager, Laura, and then lusts after her sister, Claire. Whilst Laura attempts to flirt with him, his fantasy becomes focused on wanting to caress Claire's knee.
Facts
Awards
Louis Delluc Prize, National Board of Review Award for Best Foreign Language Film, National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Film
Setting
Lake Annecy
Filming location
Annecy
Production
Les Films du Losange
Original language
French
Stills
Festival History
- Golden Globes (USA) 1972 generic
- National Board of Review 1972 generic
- New York Film Critics Circle Awards 1971 generic
- Prix Louis Delluc 1970 generic
