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Carnal Knowledge (1971) | Criteria

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Carnal Knowledge

United States • English • 1971 • 1h 38m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Drama Comedy Romance

#1270Criterion Collection View Connections 3.63/5·25.1K ratings·6.8K reviewson Letterboxd

Synopsis

Two lifelong friends navigate complex sexual encounters and emotional entanglements, wrestling with societal norms and personal desires.

Cameron Crowe
Oct 2025
Yorgos Lanthimos
Oct 2025

Included in
Method Acting
Position 21
Included in
June 2023
Position 14

Credits

Crew

DirectorMike Nichols

WriterJules Feiffer

CinematographerGiuseppe Rotunno

EditorSam O'Steen

ProducerMike Nichols

Cast

Jack Nicholsonas Jonathan

Candice Bergenas Susan

Art Garfunkelas Sandy

Ann-Margretas Bobbie

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Articles

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Carnal Knowledge: Men TalkingMoira Weigel — Jul 22, 2025

Benny Safdie

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Billy Crudup

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as Louise

Cynthia O'Nealas Cindy

Carol Kaneas Jennifer

Sheri Jacksonas Mama