The Mother and the Whore (1973): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: The Mother and the Whore
Director: Jean Eustache
Genre: Drama, Romance
Released: 1973
Duration: 219 min
Cast: Bernadette Lafont, Jean-Pierre Léaud, Françoise Lebrun, Isabelle Weingarten, Jacques Renard

What The Mother and the Whore Is About

Aimless young Alexandre juggles his relationships with his girlfriend, Marie, and a casual lover named Veronika. Marie becomes increasingly jealous of Alexandre's fling with Veronika and as the trio continues their unsustainable affair, the emotional stakes get higher, leading to conflict and unhappiness.

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What is The Mother and the Whore about?

Aimless young Alexandre juggles his relationships with his girlfriend, Marie, and a casual lover named Veronika. Marie becomes increasingly jealous of Alexandre's fling with Veronika and as the trio continues their unsustainable affair, the emotional stakes get higher, leading to conflict and unhappiness.

Where can I watch The Mother and the Whore?

The Mother and the Whore is available to watch on digital platforms such as Criterion Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is The Mother and the Whore?

The Mother and the Whore runs for 219 minutes (3h 39m).

When did The Mother and the Whore come out?

The Mother and the Whore was released in 1973.

Who directed The Mother and the Whore?

The Mother and the Whore was directed by Jean Eustache.

Who stars in The Mother and the Whore?

The Mother and the Whore stars Bernadette Lafont, Jean-Pierre Léaud, Françoise Lebrun, Isabelle Weingarten.

What is The Mother and the Whore's rating?

The Mother and the Whore holds 7.7/10 on IMDb and 7.4/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 77 out of 100.