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The French

1982·Movie
2h 10min
IMDb7.4

Where to watch

KanopyHooplaMetrographKino Film Collection

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The French fingerprint

High energy, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Fast-paced and spectacular

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Spectacle7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Wholesome and hopeful

  • Wholesome7
  • Hopefulness7
  • Nostalgia6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Sports, history, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability8
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout direction

  • Direction9
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Standout cinematography and editing

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Sound Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Roland-Garros, 1981: For the very first time, a documentary team is allowed to shoot sequences in the backstage of the French Open of tennis of Roland-Garros. William Klein's camera takes us on the heels of the greatest players of the time: Björn Borg, Jimmy Connors, Ivan Lendl, Chris Evert-Lloyd, John McEnroe, Martina Navratilova, Yannick Noah, Guillermo Vilas... Miles of film. Historical pictures, a thousand and one details, a thousand and one unusual scenes. A declaration of love from a tennis lover.
Sports DocumentaryTennis HistoryBehind-the-ScenesIconic AthletesRoland GarrosAthletic ProwessHistorical EventPassionate FilmmakingWorld-Class Competition

Crew

Directed by:
William Klein, Jean-David Lefebvre, Jean-Paul Andrieu
Produced by:
Pascal Judelewicz, Martine Praxy, Aline Lauzet
Composed by:
Alex Pront, Guillaume Sciama, Jean-Pierre Mas

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The French

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Where can I stream The French legally?

KanopyHooplaMetrographKino Film Collection

The French is included with a subscription to Metrograph and Kino Film Collection in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The French worth watching?

48
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 7.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The French?

2 h 10 min

The French runs 2 h 10 min.

Is The French based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is The French in?

FrenchEnglishSpanishCzech

It was made in French, with some English, Spanish, Czech. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch The French?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The French in 16 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.