Movie

Life the Way It Is

★ 5.9(14)19781h 35m

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Good to know

Director: Jean-Claude Brisseau
Release date: 1978-01-01
Runtime: 1h 35m
Language: French
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: INA

About Life the Way It Is

Life the Way It Is is a 1978 movie in the Drama and Comedy genres, directed by Jean-Claude Brisseau, starring María Luisa García, Lucien Plazanet and Marie Rivière. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 14 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Life the Way It Is in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Agnes leaves school and moves with a friend to a housing project in Bagnolet. Engaged as a clerk, she becomes associate staff after the dismissal of a colleague.

Cast

María Luisa García

Agnès Tessier

Lucien Plazanet

The Concierge

Marie Rivière

Florence

Jenny Bellay

Agnès' mother

Daniel Tarrare

Le fou du mètro

Jacques Serres

Florence's father

Bernard Tiphaine

Pineau

Janine Souchon

Mme Leblanc

Pascale Ogier

Muriel Pucheu

Luc Ponette

Le délégué

Jean-Claude Balard

Lambert

Michelle Ernout

La femme qui se trouve bien

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Life the Way It Is in Japan?+

Life the Way It Is is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Life the Way It Is on Netflix?+

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How long is Life the Way It Is?+

Life the Way It Is has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in Life the Way It Is?+

Life the Way It Is stars María Luisa García, Lucien Plazanet, Marie Rivière, Jenny Bellay and Daniel Tarrare.

When did Life the Way It Is come out?+

Life the Way It Is is a 1978 movie directed by Jean-Claude Brisseau.

What genre is Life the Way It Is?+

Life the Way It Is is Drama and Comedy film.

Who directed Life the Way It Is?+

Life the Way It Is was directed by Jean-Claude Brisseau.