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Kamouraska

1973 · 175 min · Director: Claude Jutra

Kamouraska (1973) is a historical film, directed by Claude Jutra. It stars Geneviève Bujold and Richard Jordan. The 175-minute film holds an audience score of 5.9/10.

What Kamouraska Is About

The film is set in nineteenth century Quebec. The account rests on a real case. At its centre is Elisabeth d’Aulnières. The woman is married off to Antoine Tassy. Antoine is the squire of Kamouraska. The marriage is hard on her. Around this time she meets George Nelson. Nelson is an American doctor. A strong bond forms between the two of them. Then Antoine is killed. The murder makes a great stir in the district. Elisabeth is among the suspects. The account is built on one woman’s commitment to an ideal. Where that commitment leads is what the film follows. The setting is the Quebec countryside of the period. Geneviève Bujold and Richard Jordan take the leads in Claude Jutra’s Canadian and French coproduction of 1973.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kamouraska about?

The film is set in nineteenth century Quebec. The account rests on a real case.

Where can I watch Kamouraska?

Kamouraska is available to watch on digital platforms such as Apple TV Store. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Kamouraska?

Kamouraska runs for 175 minutes (2h 55m).

When did Kamouraska come out?

Kamouraska was released in 1973.

Who directed Kamouraska?

Kamouraska was directed by Claude Jutra.

Who stars in Kamouraska?

Kamouraska stars Geneviève Bujold, Richard Jordan, Marcel Cuvelier, Suzie Baillargeon.

What is Kamouraska's rating?

Kamouraska holds 7.4/10 on IMDb and 5.9/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.

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