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Marthe (1997): Cast

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Marthe is a 1997 romantic drama directed by Jean-Loup Hubert, starring Clotilde Courau as Marthe, Guillaume Depardieu and Bernard Giraudeau. It runs 2 hours 1 minute.

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Marthe (1997) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 1m (121 min)
Director
Jean-Loup Hubert
Genres
Drama , Romance , War
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Marthe About?

The premise of Marthe without spoilers.

In the Great War’s trenches, an artillery barrage opens the story. Bayoneted Simon (Guillaume Depardieu) is sent to a hospital, joining other wounded men. There he meets teacher Marthe (Clotilde Courau), who lives with the physician (Bernard Giraudeau). Their meeting becomes a romance amid war’s horror. Shot by Kevin Jewison, son of Norman Jewison.

Marthe Themes & Keywords

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  • world war one
  • female rear nudity
  • suicide
  • racial slur
  • reference to christopher columbus
  • soldier
  • seaside
  • love
  • brittany
  • beach
  • battle of verdun
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  • argonne
  • school
  • young
  • reference to victor hugo
  • reference to arthur rimbaud
  • female topless nudity
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Cast & crew

Marthe Cast & Characters

Clotilde Courau leads the cast as Marthe, with Guillaume Depardieu as Simon and Bernard Giraudeau as le colonel. Directed by Jean-Loup Hubert; 15 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Jean-Loup Hubert

More films directed by Jean-Loup Hubert: The White Queen, The War Is Over, The Grand Highway and La Smala.

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Marthe Also Known As

Also known as “玛莎”.

Also known as
  • 玛莎

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FAQ

Marthe FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Marthe, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Marthe?

Marthe runs 2 hours 1 minute (121 minutes).

When was Marthe released?

Marthe was released on October 28, 1997.

Who directed Marthe?

Marthe was directed by Jean-Loup Hubert.

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Who is in the cast of Marthe?

Marthe stars Clotilde Courau as Marthe, Guillaume Depardieu as Simon and Bernard Giraudeau as le colonel, among 15 credited actors.

Does Marthe have a post-credit scene?

No. Marthe has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Marthe in?

The original language of Marthe is French.

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