The Girls of Grenoble
The Girls of Grenoble

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The Girls of Grenoble

1981
Movie
88 min
French

In Grenoble, a prostitute is murdered in her hospital bed. Cora twenty-two and also a prostitute was one of her friends. On a daily basis these women suffer violence receive a miserable salary and work non-stop in terror of the pimps.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Robert EnricoGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of young women in a Grenoble boarding school are drawn into a web of espionage and murder. When a scientist is assassinated, the girls find themselves targeted by a mysterious organization. They must rely on their wits and courage to uncover the truth and survive.

Critical Reception

The Girls of Grenoble was met with mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its suspenseful atmosphere and performances, others found the plot convoluted and underdeveloped. It did not achieve widespread critical acclaim but found a niche audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its suspenseful premise and a few engaging sequences.

  • Criticized for a meandering plot and predictable twists.

  • Some found the performances adequate but unable to elevate the material.

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Fun Fact

The film was based on a novel by Jean-Patrick Manchette, a prominent figure in French crime fiction.

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