The Lacemaker (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1977, The Lacemaker is a drama and romance film directed by Claude Goretta, running about 107 minutes.
What it’s about. Pomme is a meek and mild French beautician whose life takes a fateful turn during a vacation to Normandy. She becomes the lover of middle-class literature-student François. The relationship sours when François takes her home to meet his parents, thanks in no small part to their differing social backgrounds.
Who’s in it. The Lacemaker stars Isabelle Huppert as Beatrice 'Pomme', Yves Beneyton as François Béligné, Florence Giorgetti as Marylène and Renate Schroeter as Marianne, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Lacemaker has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lacemaker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lacemaker tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lacemaker (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lacemaker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lacemaker worth watching?
- The Lacemaker holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lacemaker?
- The Lacemaker stars Isabelle Huppert, Yves Beneyton, Florence Giorgetti, Renate Schroeter and Christian Baltauss.
- When was The Lacemaker released?
- The Lacemaker was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.