When You Read This Letter(1953)
Quand tu liras cette lettre
When You Read This Letter Synopsis
After a novice nun learns of the sudden death of her parents, she leaves the convent to manage the family business and look after her teenage sister. Both of them fall prey to a womanizing mechanic with psychopathic tendencies.
When You Read This Letter (1953) is a drama film directed by Jean-Pierre Melville, released on July 26, 1953 with a runtime of 1h 47m. It stars Philippe Lemaire, Juliette Gréco, Daniel Cauchy and Irène Galter. Viewers rate it 5.9 out of 10 across 24 ratings.
- Director:
- Jean-Pierre Melville
- Writers:
- Jacques Deval
- Producers:
- Jean-Pierre Melville, Paul Temps
- Cinematographer:
- Henri Alekan
- Composer:
- Bernard Peiffer
- Production:
- Titanus, Société Générale de Cinématographie (S.G.C.), Daunia, Jad Films, Lux Compagnie Cinématographique de France
- Status:
- Released
When You Read This Letter (1953) Trailer
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When You Read This Letter Cast & Crew
Main cast
Philippe Lemaire
as Max Trivet
Juliette Gréco
as Thérèse Voise
Daniel Cauchy
as Biquet
Irène Galter
as Denise Voise
Yvonne Sanson
as Irène Faugeret
Yvonne de Bray
as Traveler
Jacques Deval
as Investigating judge
Roland Lesaffre
as Roland
Colette Régis
as Superior
Marcel Delaître
as Grandfather
Robert Dalban
as Dick
Fernand Sardou
as Mechanic
Key crew
Directed by Jean-Pierre Melville, written by Jacques Deval, produced by Jean-Pierre Melville and Paul Temps.
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When You Read This Letter Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.9/10 from 24 ratings.
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When You Read This Letter – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch When You Read This Letter online?
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When You Read This Letter (1953) is available to stream on Gaumont Amazon Channel. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in When You Read This Letter?
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The main cast of When You Read This Letter (1953) includes Philippe Lemaire, Juliette Gréco, Daniel Cauchy, Irène Galter and Yvonne Sanson. The film was directed by Jean-Pierre Melville. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was When You Read This Letter released?
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When You Read This Letter was released on July 26, 1953 and runs for 1h 47m.
Is When You Read This Letter worth watching?
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When You Read This Letter (1953) holds an average rating of 5.9 out of 10 from 24 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for When You Read This Letter?
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