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Still from The Balcony — The Balcony (1963) — Joseph StrickPhotographed by George J. Folsey

Poster for The Balcony

Joseph Strick

The Balcony

English / 1963 / 1h 24m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Drama Comedy Fantasy

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Synopsis

The Madam of a brothel satisfies the erotic fantasies of her customers, while a revolution is sweeping the nation.

Included in
Queersighted: Stage to Screen
Position 6
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March 2022
Position 7
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February 2021
Position 7

Credits

Crew

DirectorJoseph Strick

WriterBen Maddow

CinematographerGeorge J. Folsey

EditorChester W. Schaeffer

ProducerBen Maddow, Joseph Strick

Cast

Shelley Wintersas Madame Irma

Peter Falkas Police Chief

Lee Grantas Carmen

Peter Broccoas Judge

Joyce Jamesonas Penitent

Jeff Coreyas Bishop

Arnette Jensas Horse

Ruby Deeas Thief

Leonard Nimoyas Roger

Kent Smithas General

The Balcony (1963) | Criteria