A Woman's Life
2016·Drama·1h 59m
7.1
★
Normandy, 1819. Jeanne is a young woman full of childish dreams and innocence when she returns home after finishing her schooling in a convent. She marries a local Viscount, Julien de Lamare, who soon reveals himself to be a miserly and unfaithful man. Little by little Jeanne’s illusions are stripped away.
Directed by Stéphane Brizé
based on novel or book
normandy, france
period drama
19th century
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Cast
Judith Chemla
Jeanne Le Perthuis des Vauds
Jean-Pierre Darroussin
Le baron Simon-Jacques Le Perthuis des Vauds
Swann Arlaud
Julien de Lamare
Yolande Moreau
La baronne Adélaïde Le Perthuis des Vauds
Nina Meurisse
Rosalie
Clotilde Hesme
Gilberte de Fourville
Alain Beigel
Georges de Fourville
Olivier Perrier
L'abbé Picot
Finnegan Oldfield
Paul de Lamare
Lise Lamétrie
Voix cousine Rose (voice)
Crew
Stéphane Brizé
Director
Florence Vignon
Screenplay
Stéphane Brizé
Screenplay
Anne Klotz
Editor
Antoine Héberlé
Director of Photography
Gilles Sacuto
Producer
Miléna Poylo
Producer
Jacques-Henri Bronckart
Producer
Olivier Bronckart
Producer
Jean-Louis Livi
Producer
Guy de Maupassant
Novel
Madeline Fontaine
Costume Design
Popular Reviews
4 reviews
Syd
8.0★ · 03/01/26
YOWWW i can say that this week was Swann Arlaud’s week! (cuz we know that he’s sooo underrated) ⭐️
this is my first my time watching French period drama and it feels slow with deliberate pace, like letting us sit with the main character’s experiences instead of dramatizing them. the vibe’s really impact to a realistic moments that feel deeply personal
the cinematography, the natural lighting, subtle performances, and calm storytelling style make everything feel authentic. it quietly explores expectations, disappointment, and resilience without turning them into melodrama and also i can feel how to live in 1800s era, too!
ngl i was here because of Swann Arlaud (again 🫣). his performance fits perfectly with the movie’s tone. Swann doesn’t overact but his presence feels important in shaping the emotional atmosphere. and his expressions and quiet intensity add depth to his character, making the dynamic feel believable and layered imo 🤍
this is my first my time watching French period drama and it feels slow with deliberate pace, like letting us sit with the main character’s experiences instead of dramatizing them. the vibe’s really impact to a realistic moments that feel deeply personal
the cinematography, the natural lighting, subtle performances, and calm storytelling style make everything feel authentic. it quietly explores expectations, disappointment, and resilience without turning them into melodrama and also i can feel how to live in 1800s era, too!
ngl i was here because of Swann Arlaud (again 🫣). his performance fits perfectly with the movie’s tone. Swann doesn’t overact but his presence feels important in shaping the emotional atmosphere. and his expressions and quiet intensity add depth to his character, making the dynamic feel believable and layered imo 🤍
YOWWW i can say that this week was Swann Arlaud’s week! (cuz we know that he’s sooo underrated) ⭐️
this is my first my time watching French period drama and it feels slow with deliberate pace, like letting us sit with the main character’s experiences instead of dramatizing them. the vibe’s really impact to a realistic moments that feel deeply personal
the cinematography, the natural lighting, subtle performances, and calm storytelling style make everything feel authentic. it quietly explores expectations, disappointment, and resilience without turning them into melodrama and also i can feel how to live in 1800s era, too!
ngl i was here because of Swann Arlaud (again 🫣). his performance fits perfectly with the movie’s tone. Swann doesn’t overact but his presence feels important in shaping the emotional atmosphere. and his expressions and quiet intensity add depth to his character, making the dynamic feel believable and layered imo 🤍
this is my first my time watching French period drama and it feels slow with deliberate pace, like letting us sit with the main character’s experiences instead of dramatizing them. the vibe’s really impact to a realistic moments that feel deeply personal
the cinematography, the natural lighting, subtle performances, and calm storytelling style make everything feel authentic. it quietly explores expectations, disappointment, and resilience without turning them into melodrama and also i can feel how to live in 1800s era, too!
ngl i was here because of Swann Arlaud (again 🫣). his performance fits perfectly with the movie’s tone. Swann doesn’t overact but his presence feels important in shaping the emotional atmosphere. and his expressions and quiet intensity add depth to his character, making the dynamic feel believable and layered imo 🤍
Christian Clavier
5.0★ · 10/18/25
Koba
8.0★ · 03/12/24
Paco Casado
7.0★ · 11/06/16