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The Crab Basket

1960 · 86 min Drama Romance

Charles is a student in Strasbourg. Abandoned by Liliane, his fiancée, who has inexplicably given up on marriage, he moves to Paris, where he decides to pursue a career in cinema. He founded a film club and became a journalist, then assistant to a famous director. Little by little, he came face to face with the various compromises inherent in this professional milieu. After writing a screenplay about his experiences, he enlists the help of Chantal, a young actress, to bring his film project to fruition.

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📋 Film Details

Original Title Le Panier à crabes
Year 1960
Country France
Genre Drama, Romance
Director Joseph Lisbona
Runtime 86 min.

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The Crab Basket is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1960. 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.

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