Celestine
Oct 16, 1974 · 1h 38m
Director
Jesús FrancoOverview
The story opens with Celestine eluding arrest with a friend as the police raid a brothel. While hiding out in the hayloft of the Count de la Braquette's estate, she meets the hayseed handyman Sébastien and the butler Malou, who reward her favors with the offer of employment. In a manner recalling Terence Stamp's effect on the household in TEOREMA, Celestine's open and relaxed attitude toward sexuality has a transformative effect on the isolated, moribund inhabitants of the mansion, imbuing them with gift of renewed life for the men and women alike, that remains even after a third act twist that forces her to betray them.
Cast of Celestine
Lina RomayCélestine
Olivier MathotCount Fernand
Howard VernonGrandfather
Pamela StanfordMartine
Monica SwinnMademoiselle Ursule
Richard BigotiniMalou, the Butler
Lynn MonteilContess Hermonie
Anna GladysekJanine, a prostitute
Henri GuéganMatthias
Raymond HardySebastien- Jean-Pierre GranetMarc
- Catherine LafferièreSebastien's Wife
Jean-Pierre BouyxouMoral Policeman
Jesús FrancoSleeping Man
Crew of Celestine
About Celestine
What is Celestine about?
The story opens with Celestine eluding arrest with a friend as the police raid a brothel. While hiding out in the hayloft of the Count de la Braquette's estate, she meets the hayseed handyman Sébastien and the butler Malou, who reward her favors with the offer of employment. In a manner recalling Terence Stamp's effect on the household in TEOREMA, Celestine's open and relaxed attitude toward…
When was Celestine released?
Celestine was released on October 16, 1974.
How long is Celestine?
Celestine runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
Who directed Celestine?
Celestine was directed by Jesús Franco.
Who is in the cast of Celestine?
The cast of Celestine includes Lina Romay (Célestine), Olivier Mathot (Count Fernand), Howard Vernon (Grandfather), Pamela Stanford (Martine) and Monica Swinn (Mademoiselle Ursule).