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Fall of a Body (1973): cast, story & where to watch

1973 · Film · ★ 5.4

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Released in 1973, Fall of a Body is a drama film directed by Michel Polac, running about 110 minutes.

What it’s about. The body of a young woman falls on the terrace of Martha, who intrigued, meets her neighbor. In contact with this strange man, she learns to have a different look about her own life and her marital problems.

Who’s in it. Fall of a Body stars Marthe Keller as Marthe Renon, Daniel Ceccaldi as Alain Renon, Fernando Rey as M. Nansoit and Tania Balachova as Mme Lanzmann, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Fall of a Body has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fall of a Body page.

If you liked it. Fans of Fall of a Body tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Fall of a Body (1973)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fall of a Body change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Fall of a Body worth watching?
Fall of a Body holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Fall of a Body?
Fall of a Body stars Marthe Keller, Daniel Ceccaldi, Fernando Rey, Tania Balachova and Dominique Guezenec.
When was Fall of a Body released?
Fall of a Body was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.