Catherine Samie, born in 1933, is a French actress known for her work with the Comédie-Française since 1962. In The Oldest Profession (1967), she contributes to the film's exploration of the lives of aging prostitutes, bringing a nuanced perspective to her role. Additionally, her performance in Woman Times Seven (1967) showcases her ability to navigate complex characters in a series of vignettes that challenge societal norms. Samie's involvement in these films positions her as a significant figure in the realm of French cinema, particularly within the context of the 1960s cultural landscape.
Woman Times Seven
Seven mini-stories of adultery: "Funeral Possession," a wayward widow at her husband's funeral; "Amateur Night," angry wife becomes streetwalker out of revenge; "Two Against One," seemingly prudish girl turns out otherwise; "Super Simone," wife vainly attempts to divert her over-engrossed writer husband; "At the Opera," a battle over a supposedly exclusive dress; "Suicides," a death pact; "Snow," would-be suitor is actually a private detective hired by jealous husband.
