The Clouzot Scandal (2017): cast, story & where to watch

2017 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 2017, The Clouzot Scandal is a documentary film directed by Pierre-Henri Gibert, running about 60 minutes. “A portrait of the master of thriller and noir realism” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Great filmmakers claim the artistic influence of French director Henri-Georges Clouzot (1907-1977), a master of suspense, with a unique vision of the world, who knew how to offer both great shows and subtle studies of characters. Beyond the myth of the tyrannical director, a contrasting portrait of a visionary, an agitator, an artist against the system.

Who’s in it. The Clouzot Scandal stars Aurélien Recoing as Narrator (voice), Bernard Stora as Self, Bertrand Blier as Self and Bong Joon-ho as Self, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Clouzot Scandal 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 Clouzot Scandal page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Clouzot Scandal tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Clouzot Scandal (2017)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Clouzot Scandal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Clouzot Scandal worth watching?
The Clouzot Scandal holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Clouzot Scandal?
The Clouzot Scandal stars Aurélien Recoing, Bernard Stora, Bertrand Blier, Bong Joon-ho and Dominik Moll.
When was The Clouzot Scandal released?
The Clouzot Scandal was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.