Circuit Carole (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1995, Circuit Carole is a notable film directed by Emmanuelle Cuau .
What it’s about. The quiet agony of a mother whose daughter grows up to pursue her own life is chronicled in this realistically presented French drama. The Circuit Carole of the title refers to a motorbike racetrack. Jeanne and her 20-year old daughter Marie share a small apartment in a working-class Parisian neighborhood; the two live harmoniously, but the daughter is restless and anxious to set out on her own. Marie then takes a job in a northern suburb and their lives are forever changed. The racetrack is near her work; Marie is enthralled by the racers and their fast machines. Along with her new boyfriend, a racer, Marie begins riding herself. She then moves out of her mother's flat, leaving Jeanne bereft of companionship and a purpose in her life. Her silent, deeply internalized grief eventually drives her completely mad.
Who’s in it. Circuit Carole stars Bulle Ogier as Jeanne, Laurence Côte as Marie, Frédéric Pierrot as Alexandre and Bernard Cuau as Jeanne's colleague, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Circuit Carole has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Circuit Carole page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Circuit Carole (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Circuit Carole change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Circuit Carole worth watching?
- Circuit Carole holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Circuit Carole?
- Circuit Carole stars Bulle Ogier, Laurence Côte, Frédéric Pierrot, Bernard Cuau and Omar Bekhaled.
- When was Circuit Carole released?
- Circuit Carole was released in 1995.