The Woman Next Door

La Femme d'à côté
The Woman Next Door
Genres: Drama, Romance
Rating: 7.1
Language: fr
Year:1981
Country:FR
Runtime: 1h 46min
Cast: Gérard Depardieu
Tags: deceived husband, extramarital affair, france, neighbor, wife

Where to watch:

Criterion Channel (Criterion Channel)

Description:

The film unfolds as Madame Jouve narrates the tragic tale of Bernard and Mathilde, two individuals whose lives intersect once again after years apart. Bernard was content with his life as a family man, happily married to Arlette and fathering their young son Thomas. However, everything changed when Philippe and Mathilde Bauchard moved into the house next door.As fate would have it, this is the chance encounter of Bernard and Mathilde, who had once shared a passionate love affair years ago. As they reconnect, the emotional bonds between them resurface, drawing them closer together and reigniting the passion that had long been dormant. The film delves into the complexities of human emotions as it explores themes of love, betrayal, and the consequences of past decisions on present relationships.Throughout the movie, the viewer is taken on a somber exploration of the depths of human feelings as Bernard and Mathilde navigate their rekindled relationship amidst the web of their current lives. The film serves as both a poignant reflection on the enduring power of love and an insightful study of the choices we make that can shape our destinies.

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