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The Kreutzer Sonata (1956): Cast

The Kreutzer Sonata (1956) movie poster

The Kreutzer Sonata is a 1956 drama starring Claude Chabrol, François Truffaut and Jean-Luc Godard. It runs 44 minutes.

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The Kreutzer Sonata (1956) movie poster
Release year
Runtime
44 min
Genre
Drama
Original language
French
After the credits
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The story

What Is The Kreutzer Sonata About?

The premise of The Kreutzer Sonata without spoilers.

After marrying a sensual woman, Pozdnychev discovers that their marriage is reduced to mere physical intimacy. When a talented violinist, who regularly performs the Kreutzer Sonata with his wife, enters their lives, she awakens to a fresh passion for music. Consumed by jealousy, Pozdnychev’s suspicion and rage grow, threatening everything.

The Kreutzer Sonata Themes & Keywords

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  • husband murders his wife
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  • man
  • suspected adultery
  • anger
  • stabbed to death
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  • incommunicability
  • reference to cahiers du cinema
  • film critic
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  • dysfunctional couple
  • boredom
  • jazz club
  • jealousy murder
  • jealous husband
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  • unhappy marriage
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Cast & crew

The Kreutzer Sonata Cast & Characters

Claude Chabrol leads the cast, with François Truffaut and Jean-Luc Godard as Ami Journaliste.

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Details

The Kreutzer Sonata Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Die Kreutzersonate” and “Крейцерова соната”.

Also known as
  • Die Kreutzersonate
  • Крейцерова соната
  • 克莱采奏鸣曲
  • 크로이체르 소나타

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FAQ

The Kreutzer Sonata FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Kreutzer Sonata, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Kreutzer Sonata?

The Kreutzer Sonata runs 44 minutes.

When was The Kreutzer Sonata released?

The Kreutzer Sonata was released in 1956.

Who is in the cast of The Kreutzer Sonata?

The Kreutzer Sonata stars Claude Chabrol, François Truffaut and Jean-Luc Godard as Ami Journaliste, among 9 credited actors.

Does The Kreutzer Sonata have a post-credit scene?

No. The Kreutzer Sonata has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Kreutzer Sonata in?

The original language of The Kreutzer Sonata is French.

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