The House of the Bories
Julien, a renowned geologist, lives with his wife Isabelle and their two children in a country house. But his sullen, uncompromising attitude leaves tensions high. The arrival of Carl-Stephane, a young German student, brings a breath of fresh air and lightness to the household.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | La Maison des Bories |
| Year | 1970 |
| Country | France |
| Genre | Drama, Romance |
| Director | Jacques Doniol-Valcroze |
| Runtime | 87 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.5/10 (12 votes) |
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The director constructs a quiet storm, exploring how a single outsider can unravel the delicate fabric of a family. It relies on the potent contrast between stifling rigidity and liberating lightness, all conveyed through restrained performances and careful compositions.
What lingers after the final frame is the poignant tension between duty and desire, set against the sun-drenched French countryside. A subtle, emotionally resonant study of liberation. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Jacques Doniol-Valcroze
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Best enjoyed undisturbed, allowing its slow-burn emotions and pastoral setting to fully envelop you.
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