Once Upon a Time in the East
1974, French. Directed by André Brassard.
Two women and a transvestite gay man cross paths in this French Canadian drama. The transvestite is preparing for a drag-queen beauty pageant, and has decided to present himself as Cleopatra. Of the two women, one was just fired from her waitressing job and seeks to go back to work at the nightclub where the beauty pageant is to be held. The other woman's mother has just won one million food stamps.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- André BrassardDirector
- Denise FiliatraultHélène
- Michelle RossignolPierrette
- Frédérique CollinLise Paquette
- Sophie ClémentCarmen
- André MontmorencySandra
- Amulette GarneauBec de lièvre
- Denis DrouinMaurice
- Jean ArchambaultHosanna
- Gilles RenaudCuirette
- Claude GaiLa Duchesse de Langeais
- Manda ParentGermaine Lauzon
- Béatrice PicardRobertine
Details
- Released
- 26 May 1974
- Original title
- Il était une fois dans l'Est
- Country
- Canada
- Written by
- André Brassard, Michel Tremblay
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Once Upon a Time in the East: quick answers
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How long is Once Upon a Time in the East?
Once Upon a Time in the East runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does Once Upon a Time in the East have a post-credits scene?
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Once Upon a Time in the East parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Once Upon a Time in the East on?
Once Upon a Time in the East isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Once Upon a Time in the East?
If you liked Once Upon a Time in the East, try Everybody's Talking About Jamie, To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar, The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.
Who directed Once Upon a Time in the East?
Once Upon a Time in the East (1974) was directed by André Brassard and stars Denise Filiatrault, Michelle Rossignol, Frédérique Collin.