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Once Upon a Time in the East

1974 · 101 min Drama Comedy
4.9 / 10 · TMDB

Two women and a transvestite gay man cross paths in this French Canadian drama. The transvestite is preparing for a drag-queen beauty pageant, and has decided to present himself as Cleopatra. Of the two women, one was just fired from her waitressing job and seeks to go back to work at the nightclub where the beauty pageant is to be held. The other woman's mother has just won one million food stamps.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Il était une fois dans l'Est
Year 1974
Country Canada
Genre Drama, Comedy
Director André Brassard
Runtime 101 min.
Rating TMDB: 4.9/10 (8 votes)

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Once Upon a Time in the East is an acquired taste at 4.9/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1974. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

— MovieFinder Editorial

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