Claudine (1974)
Claudine is a 1974 drama movie directed by John Berry, with a running time of 1h 32m. It stars Diahann Carroll, James Earl Jones and Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs.
Claudine is a single mother in New York City who endures an exhausting commute to the suburbs where she works as a maid for wealthy families. In one carefully tended white community, she meets Roop, a charismatic but irresponsible garbage collector. Romance quickly ensues, but Claudine doubts that their relationship is good for her six children, and Rupert, despite his good nature, is reluctant to take on fatherhood.
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What is Claudine about?
Claudine is a single mother in New York City who endures an exhausting commute to the suburbs where she works as a maid for wealthy families. In one carefully tended white community, she meets Roop, a charismatic but irresponsible garbage collector. Romance quickly ensues, but Claudine doubts that their relationship is good for her six children, and Rupert, despite his good nature, is reluctant to take on fatherhood.
When was Claudine released?
Claudine was released on 22 April 1974.
How long is Claudine?
Claudine runs 1h 32m.
Who made Claudine?
Claudine was directed by John Berry.
Cast
- Diahann Carroll as Claudine Price
- James Earl Jones as Rupert D. "Roop" Marshall
- Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs as Charles
- Tamu Blackwell as Charlene
- David Krüger as Paul
- Yvette Curtis as Patrice
- Eric Jones as Francis
- Socorro Stephens as Lurlene
- Adam Wade as Owen
- C. Harrison Avery as Minister
- Mordecai Lawner as Process Server
- Elisa Loti as Miss Kabac