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Private Fears in Public Places (2007): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Private Fears in Public Places is a 2007 romantic drama directed by Alain Resnais, starring André Dussollier, Lambert Wilson and Laura Morante. It is based on Alan Ayckbourn Plays 3 by Alan Ayckbourn. It runs 2 hours and earned $6.9 million worldwide. Critics gave it 77 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.9/10.

IMDb rating
6.9/10
worldwide gross
$6.9M
Metascore
77
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Private Fears in Public Places (2007) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h (120 min)
Director
Alain Resnais
Genres
Drama , Romance
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Private Fears in Public Places About?

The premise of Private Fears in Public Places without spoilers, adapted from Alan Ayckbourn Plays 3 by Alan Ayckbourn.

Six Parisians find their lives intertwined as they grapple with love, commitment, and loneliness. Nicole and Dan’s impending marriage faces unexpected challenges, while Thierry is tempted by a colleague with strong religious beliefs. Gaelle’s search for companionship proves frustrating when potential dates repeatedly fail to show up. The film explores the quiet struggles and fleeting moments of connection that define modern relationships.

Private Fears in Public Places Themes & Keywords

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  • episodic structure
  • fiance fiancee relationship
  • bartender
  • love
  • videotape
  • snowing
  • real estate agent
  • old man
  • flower
  • ex soldier
  • drinking
  • coworker coworker relationship
+38 more
  • bible
  • bar
  • apartment
  • people and places
  • multiple storylines
  • big city
  • one word title
  • watching tv
  • tears
  • striptease
  • soup
  • soup thrown in face
  • snow
  • seduction
  • secret life
  • restaurant
  • remote control
  • reading
  • pornography
  • paris france
  • mother son relationship
  • mirror
  • male female relationship
  • lingerie
  • letter
  • la ronde
  • kiss
  • garter belt
  • forgiveness
  • father son relationship
  • family relationships
  • falling
  • slapped in the face
  • drunkenness
  • death
  • crying
  • caretaker
  • cafe
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Cast & crew

Private Fears in Public Places Cast

André Dussollier leads the cast, with Lambert Wilson and Laura Morante. Directed by Alain Resnais; 7 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Private Fears in Public Places

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From the director

More from Alain Resnais

More films directed by Alain Resnais, best-rated first: Wild Grass, Life of Riley, You Ain't Seen Nothin' Yet and Not on the Lips.

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Ratings

Private Fears in Public Places Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Private Fears in Public Places 77 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.9/10.

Box office

Private Fears in Public Places Box Office

Private Fears in Public Places grossed $6.9 million worldwide. $134,636 came from the US and Canada and $6.7 million (98%) from the rest of the world.

2007 box office

Worldwide gross

$6.9M

US & Canada
$134.6K
International
$6.7M
US & Canada 2% Rest of the world 98%
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Private Fears in Public Places Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Private Fears in Public Places.

Private Fears in Public Places
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Private Fears in Public Places Also Known As

12 alternative titles, including “Asuntos privados en lugares públicos” and “Coeurs”.

Also known as
  • Asuntos privados en lugares públicos
  • Coeurs
  • Cuori
  • Corações
  • Herzen
  • לבבות
  • Szívek
  • 마음
  • Сердца
  • Medos Privados em Lugares Públicos
  • 心之归属
  • Inimi

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FAQ

Private Fears in Public Places FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of Private Fears in Public Places, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Private Fears in Public Places?

Private Fears in Public Places runs 2 hours (120 minutes).

When was Private Fears in Public Places released?

Private Fears in Public Places was released on April 13, 2007.

Who directed Private Fears in Public Places?

Private Fears in Public Places was directed by Alain Resnais.

More films by Alain Resnais

Who is in the cast of Private Fears in Public Places?

Private Fears in Public Places stars André Dussollier, Lambert Wilson and Laura Morante, among 7 credited actors.

How much did Private Fears in Public Places make at the box office?

Private Fears in Public Places grossed $6.9 million worldwide ($134,636 domestic, $6.7 million international).

How is Private Fears in Public Places rated?

Private Fears in Public Places has 6.9/10 on IMDb, 77 on Metacritic and 64% on TMDB.

Is Private Fears in Public Places based on a book?

Yes. Private Fears in Public Places is adapted from Alan Ayckbourn Plays 3 by Alan Ayckbourn.

Does Private Fears in Public Places have a post-credit scene?

No. Private Fears in Public Places has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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