The Story of Adèle H.
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The Story of Adèle H.

What kind of woman would wait her whole life for one man...? And what kind of man would deny her...?

6.9 / 10 1975 1h 38mPG French
DramaHistory

Storyline

In the 19th century a mysterious woman named Adele H. crosses the ocean, from Europe to North America, to relentlessly pursue a handsome officer that denies her satisfaction.

Cast & Crew

Isabelle Adjani

Isabelle Adjani

Adèle Hugo

Lead
Bruce Robinson

Bruce Robinson

Lt. Albert Pinson

Sylvia Marriott

Sylvia Marriott

Mrs. Saunders

Joseph Blatchley

Joseph Blatchley

Mr. Whistler

Ivry Gitlis

Ivry Gitlis

Hypnotist

LB

Louise Bourdet

Victor Hugo's Servant

CD

Cecil De Sausmarez

Mr. Lenoir

RD

Ruben Dorey

Mr. Saunders

What People Are Saying

4.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. François Truffaut's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
3.0
Every frame feels alive. The Story of Adèle H. is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker