Picnic on the Grass
movie

Released November 11, 1959
Overview
Etienne Alexis, a candidate for president of the new Europe, is a scientist promoting artificial insemination for social betterment and therapy to eliminate passion. To celebrate his engagement to a cousin, he hosts an aseptic picnic, where mother nature asserts herself. A shepherd's flute conjures a windstorm that throws Alexis together with the luscious Nénette, a farm lass who wants to have a baby but is unimpressed with men.
Runtime
1h 31m
Origin Country
France
Original Language
French
Original Title
Le Déjeuner sur l'herbe
Status
Released
Production Countries
- France
Spoken Languages
- Français (French)
Production Companies
- no logo available
Compagnie Jean Renoir
France







