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Maria Chapdelaine (1983)

6.019831h 47mFR
Drama

Directed by Gilles Carle

Rating

6.0/10

Runtime

1h 47m

Language

FR

Release

April 27, 1983

Director

Gilles Carle

Official Trailer

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Overview

A young woman, living with her parents and siblings on a remote farm in harsh, picturesque northern Québec, has three suitors: a steady and unimaginative farmer, Eutrope, the Americanized and wealthy Lorenzo, who has sought his fortune in Boston, and François Paradis, a rough and virile logger who c...

Cast

Carole Laure

Carole Laure

Maria Chapdelaine

Nick Mancuso

Nick Mancuso

François Paradis

Claude Rich

Claude Rich

Curé Cordelier

Amulette Garneau

Amulette Garneau

Laura Chapdelaine

Yoland Guérard

Yoland Guérard

Samuel

Pierre Curzi

Pierre Curzi

Eutrope Gagnon

Donald Lautrec

Donald Lautrec

Lorenzo Surprenant

Gilbert Sicotte

Gilbert Sicotte

Da'Bé Chapdelaine

Guy Thauvette

Guy Thauvette

Esdras

Stéphane Quéry

Stéphane Quéry

Tit-Bé

Josée-Anne Fortin

Josée-Anne Fortin

Alma-Rose

Louis-Philippe Milot

Louis-Philippe Milot

Télesphore

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Maria Chapdelaine (1983), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A young woman, living with her parents and siblings on a remote farm in harsh, picturesque northern Québec, has three suitors: a steady and unimaginative farmer, Eutrope, the Americanized and wealthy Lorenzo, who has sought his fortune in Boston, and François Paradis, a rough and virile logger who captures her heart despite the warnings of her parents and the village priest. For a year, marked by seasonal change in an atmosphere charged with the strangeness of Indians and the demons of the woods, we see Maria at work and prayer, struggling with decisions, choosing to stay in Canada, in love with François, seeking to change his rough behaviors, and dealing with extraordinary loss.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Maria Chapdelaine. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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