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The Virgin of Pessac 79 (1979): Cast

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The Virgin of Pessac 79 is a 1979 documentary directed by Jean Eustache, starring André Pujol. It runs 1 hour 7 minutes.

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The Virgin of Pessac 79 (1979) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 7m (67 min)
Director
Jean Eustache
Genre
Documentary
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
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What Is The Virgin of Pessac 79 About?

The premise of The Virgin of Pessac 79 without spoilers.

Set in 1979, the town of Pessac carries out an age‑old ceremony in which, under the mayor’s authority, residents gather to choose a virtuous and gracious young woman from among their own as the year's Virgin of Pessac. The election follows a centuries‑long tradition that celebrates community values and continuity.

The Virgin of Pessac 79 Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

The Virgin of Pessac 79 Cast

André Pujol stars in The Virgin of Pessac 79. Directed by Jean Eustache.

From the director

More from Jean Eustache

More films directed by Jean Eustache, best-rated first: The Mother and the Whore, Employment Offer, Alix’s Pictures and Hieronymus Bosch’s Garden of Delights.

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The Virgin of Pessac 79 Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “The Virgin of Pessac '79” and “La verge de Pessac”.

Also known as
  • The Virgin of Pessac '79
  • La verge de Pessac
  • 佩萨克的玫瑰树

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The Virgin of Pessac 79 FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Virgin of Pessac 79, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Virgin of Pessac 79?

The Virgin of Pessac 79 runs 1 hour 7 minutes (67 minutes).

When was The Virgin of Pessac 79 released?

The Virgin of Pessac 79 was released on December 7, 1979.

Who directed The Virgin of Pessac 79?

The Virgin of Pessac 79 was directed by Jean Eustache.

More films by Jean Eustache

Who is in the cast of The Virgin of Pessac 79?

The Virgin of Pessac 79 stars André Pujol.

Does The Virgin of Pessac 79 have a post-credit scene?

No. The Virgin of Pessac 79 has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Virgin of Pessac 79 in?

The original language of The Virgin of Pessac 79 is French.

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