Private Screening (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1973, Private Screening is a drama and crime film directed by François Leterrier, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Complications abound in this French film, which tells the story of a filmmaker who is attempting to put his real life into a movie; his interactions with the people in the movie he is filming create reverberations in his "real" life, although the past remains unchanged. Among the complications is his growing regard for the woman who plays his cinematic wife. She may wind up replacing his actual wife in real life. One of the highlights of this film is the insight it gives into the actual mechanics of filmmaking.
Who’s in it. Private Screening stars Françoise Fabian as Marthe / Eva, Jean-Luc Bideau as Denis Mallet, Jane Birkin as Kate / Hélène and Bulle Ogier as Camille, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Private Screening has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Private Screening page.
If you liked it. Fans of Private Screening tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Private Screening (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Private Screening change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Private Screening worth watching?
- Private Screening holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Private Screening?
- Private Screening stars Françoise Fabian, Jean-Luc Bideau, Jane Birkin, Bulle Ogier and Jacques Weber.
- When was Private Screening released?
- Private Screening was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.