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The Margin

1976Movie1 h 28 min

Drama
42
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb5.2Rotten Tomatoes–15%
42
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb5.2Rotten Tomatoes–15%

Summary

A businessman leaves his country home, and wife and young son for a business trip to Paris. While there he develops a sexual and spiritual bond with a call girl.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults

Skip it if

  • You want something to laugh at
  • You're watching with family

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Not for laughs, scares or comfort.

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Cast

7 of 7

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Directed by
Walerian Borowczyk
Written by
André Pieyre de Mandiargues

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Facts

September 22, 1976 · 1 h 28 min · Nudity, Sexual Content

Released
September 22, 1976
Runtime
1 h 28 min
Content
Nudity, Sexual Content
Genres
Drama
Original language
French
Made in
France
Available in
28 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream The Margin?"

Questions about The Margin

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Where can I stream The Margin?

Criterion

In the United States, The Margin streams on Criterion. It also streams in 26 other countries.

Is The Margin worth watching?

42
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 42 (IMDb 5.2).

Is The Margin plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Margin good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 7 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is The Margin in English?

French

No, it was made in French.