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1972 French Syndicate of Cinema Critics Awards
1972
Best French Film:
Claire's Knee
(Le genou de Claire)
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The 1972 French Syndicate of Cinema Critics Awards, honored the best in film for 1971.
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1972 French Syndicate of Cinema Critics Awards
1972
Best French Film:
Claire's Knee
(Le genou de Claire)
The 1972 French Syndicate of Cinema Critics Awards, honored the best in film for 1971.
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