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Clara and the Why Notes (1981)

Movie ★ 5.5 100 min

In 1981, in Grenoble, Mickey, Bertrand, Frédéric, Charles, Louise, and Aimée—brought together by a shared desire to make music—are the members of a band called the “Why Notes.” During a wedding ceremony in a church where Charles is playing the harmonium for the occasion, Bertrand, who has come to join him, notices the groom interrupting the ceremony and running away. A few hours later, just as the band is about to leave for a concert in Paris at the high school they attended, Bertrand runs into Clara, who suggests they run away together and then disappears... Bertrand, completely captivated by Clara, leaves the band and sets off in search of her... in Paris.

Jacques Monnet Director Jean-Loup Dabadie Writer

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Released
January 14, 1981
Runtime
100 min
IMDb
tt0080541
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Productions Marcel Dassault,

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Frequently asked questions

What is Clara and the Why Notes about?
In 1981, in Grenoble, Mickey, Bertrand, Frédéric, Charles, Louise, and Aimée—brought together by a shared desire to make music—are the members of a band called the “Why Notes.” During a wedding ceremony in a church where Charles is playing the harmonium for the occasion, Bertrand, who has come to join him, notices the groom interrupting the ceremony and running away. A few hours later, just as the band is about to leave for a concert in Paris at the high school they attended, Bertrand runs into Clara, who suggests they run away together and then disappears... Bertrand, completely captivated by Clara, leaves the band and sets off in search of her... in Paris.
Who directed Clara and the Why Notes?
Clara and the Why Notes was directed by Jacques Monnet.
Who stars in Clara and the Why Notes?
Clara and the Why Notes stars Isabelle Adjani, Daniel Auteuil, Josiane Balasko, Christophe Bourseiller.
When was Clara and the Why Notes released?
Clara and the Why Notes is a 1981 music, comedy, drama film.
Where can I watch Clara and the Why Notes?
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