The Maids

The Maids

Sisters. Servants. Sinners.

1975 · 95 min · ★ 5.8 · Drama

A film version of Genet's play. Two maids, Solange and Claire, hate their employers and, while they are out, take turns at dressing up as Madame and insulting her.

Directed by Christopher Miles · Written by Christopher Miles

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