The Story of Adèle H.

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...?

Directed by François Truffaut

Produced by Les Films du Carrosse, Les Productions Artistes Associés

197598 min6.9 / 10

A haunting portrait of obsessive, unrequited love that descends into psychological deterioration, told with period elegance and intimate despair.

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.

Questions people ask

  • Is The Story of Adèle H. sad? Yes, very. More sad than 99% of films.

  • Does The Story of Adèle H. end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 96% of films.

  • Is The Story of Adèle H. one of a kind? Yes, very. More singular than 94% of films.

  • Is The Story of Adèle H. violent? Not especially. Less violent than 74% of films.

  • Is The Story of Adèle H. easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.

  • Is The Story of Adèle H. scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 67% of films.

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Rarity95

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Love65

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