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Poster for Véronique and Her Dunce

Véronique and Her Dunce

Véronique et son cancre

France / French / 1958 / 18m

Letterboxd: 3.24/5·2.8K ratings·515 reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

In this short film from director Eric Rohmer, Véronique tutors a perplexing young boy.

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Directed by Eric Rohmer
Position 15
Included in
French New Wave Shorts
Position 8

Credits

Crew

DirectorÉric Rohmer

WriterÉric Rohmer

CinematographerCharles L. Bitsch

Editor

Jacques Gaillard

Cast

Nicole Bergeras Véronique

Stella Dassasas Madame

Alain Delrieuas Madame's Son

Double Feature

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Véronique and Her Dunce (1958) | Criteria