What is the duration of Fool’s Mate?

The duration of Fool’s Mate is 28 mins.

What is the original language of Fool’s Mate?

The original language of Fool’s Mate is French.

Who directed Fool’s Mate?

Fool’s Mate was directed by Jacques Rivette, Claude Chabrol.

Which studio made Fool’s Mate?

Fool’s Mate was produced by Les Films de la Pléiade.

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Q: Does Fool’s Mate have end credit scenes?

Fool’s Mate does not have end credit scenes.

Drama

Comedy

Runtime

28 mins

Language

French

Claire, a chic Parisian, is married to the older Jean. She leaves him while he plays baroque piano, saying she is visiting her sister Solange, but instead meets her lover Claude. After their encounter Claude tells a tale of Jivaro lovers’ shriveled heads, then gives her a mink as a token. They must hide the gift from Jean.

Les Films de la Pléiade

Studio

Jacques Rivette

Director

Claude Chabrol

Director

Does Fool’s Mate have end credit scenes?

No!

Fool’s Mate does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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François Truffaut

Party guest (uncredited)

Jean-Luc Godard

Party guest (uncredited)

Jacques Doniol-Valcroze

Jean

Jean-Claude Brialy

Claude

Anne Doat

Solange

Robert Lachenay

Party guest (uncredited)

Virginie Vitry

Claire

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