A Girl Called Jules (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1970, A Girl Called Jules is a drama film directed by Tonino Valerii, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. After his Western triumphs, Valerii stepped out of the shadow of Sergio Leone with this distinctly Bergmanesque sexual melodrama.Dionisio is perfect in the title role and this remains her best film, Valerii turns up along the way too. Just when the film hits a period of auto pilot John Steiner turns up in the final reel for a climax that is quite unforgettable. A bit difficult to trace but well worth the effort.
Who’s in it. A Girl Called Jules stars Silvia Dionisio as Jules, Gianni Macchia as Franco, John Steiner as Luciano and Esmeralda Ruspoli as Laura, madre di Jules, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, A Girl Called Jules 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 A Girl Called Jules page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Girl Called Jules tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Girl Called Jules (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Girl Called Jules change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Girl Called Jules worth watching?
- A Girl Called Jules holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Girl Called Jules?
- A Girl Called Jules stars Silvia Dionisio, Gianni Macchia, John Steiner, Esmeralda Ruspoli and Maurizio Degli Esposti.
- When was A Girl Called Jules released?
- A Girl Called Jules was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.