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A provocative medieval mystery about a young man who unexpectedly returns years after abandoning his wife, and attempts to resume his marriage. Winner of three French Cesars. Remade in America as "Sommersby." Academy Award Nominations: Best Costume Design.
Synopsis
Based on a true story from 16th century France, "The Return of Martin Guerre" tells the tale of a man who, after a pre-arranged marriage, abandons his family -- but then, following an 8-year absence, suddenly returns to the his native village. However, Martin's personality has mysteriously changed; where once he neglected and abused his wife, Bertrande, he now acts lovingly and gently toward her. This startling transformation leads some of Martin's relatives to suspect the man of being an impostor. Bertrande insists otherwise, despite mounting evidence against her "husband". Soon the villagers have dragged Martin and Bertrande to court in order to uncover the truth.
Film Notes
Color by Fujicolor.
Winner of 3 French Academy Awards.
Distributed in the United States by European International Distribution.
Originally distributed in France by GEF-CCFC.
Co-produced by Societe de Productions des Films Marcel Dassault.
Additional cast: Sylvie Meda (Betrande as a Young Girl), Stéphane Pean (Martin Guerre as a Young Boy), Francis Arnaud (Le Grelé), Valérie Chassigneux (Guillamette), and Adrien Duquesne (Sanxi)
"Sommersby" (1993), starring Richard Gere and Jodie Foster, is a remake of this film set in the American South.
Copyright 1982 Societe Francaise de Production Cinematographique.
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Industry Reviews
"...An authentic, sometimes painterly look....[The] fine lensing and art direction are plusses, as is Michel Portal's spare, imaginative music..."
Len.
"...Still affecting..."
USA Today - Mike Clark (11/15/1996)
"...[Dépardieu is] superb....A period film that, without seeming effort, speaks to our moment."
New York Times - Vincent Canby (06/10/1983)
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