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A Simple Story (1978)

"...it could be yours"

5.919781h 47mFR
DramaRomance

Directed by Claude Sautet

Rating

5.9/10

Runtime

1h 47m

Language

FR

Release

November 22, 1978

Director

Claude Sautet

Overview

A middle-aged woman leaves her partner and drifts back to her ex-husband, while the lives of her middle class friends intersect with her own.

Cast

Romy Schneider

Romy Schneider

Marie

Bruno Cremer

Bruno Cremer

Georges

Claude Brasseur

Claude Brasseur

Serge

Arlette Bonnard

Arlette Bonnard

Gabrielle

Sophie Daumier

Sophie Daumier

Esther

Éva Darlan

Éva Darlan

Anna

Jacques Sereys

Jacques Sereys

Charles

Madeleine Robinson

Madeleine Robinson

La mère

Yves Knapp

Yves Knapp

Martin

Pierre Semmler

Pierre Semmler

Patrick

Jean-François Garreaud

Jean-François Garreaud

Christian

Pierre Forget

Pierre Forget

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Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into A Simple Story (1978), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A middle-aged woman leaves her partner and drifts back to her ex-husband, while the lives of her middle class friends intersect with her own.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of A Simple Story. 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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