Drama ·Romance · United Kingdom · 1968 · 1h 45m

Petulia

Director

Cast

Julie Christie as Petulia Danner George C. Scott as Dr. Archie Bollen Richard Chamberlain as Dave Danner Arthur Hill as Barney Shirley Knight as Polo Pippa Scott as May

Crew

Nicolas Roeg — Director of Photography Antony Gibbs — Editor John Barry — Original Music Composer Lawrence B. Marcus — Screenplay John Haase — Novel Raymond Wagner — Producer

Tagline

People bugged by people will do extraordinary things.

Synopsis

Dr. Archie Bollen is having a midlife crisis. He's just divorced his wife and is establishing a new life for himself. One night, he catches the eye of Petulia Danner, a charming, free-spirited young woman. Petulia's vibrant personality hides her fear of her abusive husband, David, whose father is a powerful society figure. As Petulia and Archie's feelings for each other grow, they must decide what it is they truly want.

Trailer

Official Trailer youtube.com

Mood & Themes

divorce socialite

Key Collaborators

Richard Lester Director Nicolas Roeg Director of Photography Antony Gibbs Editor John Barry Original Music Composer Lawrence B. Marcus Screenplay John Haase Novel Raymond Wagner Producer Tony Walton Production Design Tony Walton Costume Design Arlette Nastat Costume Design

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