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The Sower (2019): Cast & Ratings

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The Sower is a 2019 romantic drama directed by Marine Francen, starring Françoise Lebrun as Blanche, Alban Lenoir and Anamaria Vartolomei. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes. Critics gave it 100% on Rotten Tomatoes and 75 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10.

IMDb rating
6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes
100%
Echo Score
80
Metascore
75
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The Sower (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 38m (98 min)
Director
Marine Francen
Genres
Drama , Romance
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Sower About?

The premise of The Sower without spoilers.

In 1851 France, a presidential decree leads to the arrest of men in a secluded mountain village, leaving the women to manage the land. Years pass, and the women find themselves isolated and struggling to maintain their community. The arrival of an enigmatic stranger disrupts the fragile peace, igniting unexpected passions and long-suppressed desires. As jealousies arise and old wounds resurface, the women are forced to confront their own hopes and the strength of their bonds.

The Sower Themes & Keywords

· 47 tags
  • france
  • police roundup
  • deportation
  • based on short story
  • inspired by a true story
  • mountain village
  • field work
  • dress on fire
  • women without men
  • menstruation
  • harvest
  • tolling bell
+35 more
  • virginity
  • motherhood
  • leaky roof
  • scythe
  • sharpening a scythe
  • political repression
  • reference to voltaire
  • reference to victor hugo
  • literacy
  • poetry reading
  • undressing each other
  • pregnancy
  • pregnancy craving
  • unwed pregnancy
  • pregnancy pact
  • political prisoner
  • voice over letter
  • owl
  • return home
  • farming
  • missing husband
  • book
  • sheep
  • isolation
  • alphabet
  • child born out of wedlock
  • reading
  • on the run
  • year 1851
  • year 1852
  • mother daughter relationship
  • 19th century
  • 1850s
  • 19th century france
  • f rated
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Cast & crew

The Sower Cast & Characters

Françoise Lebrun leads the cast as Blanche, with Alban Lenoir as Jean and Anamaria Vartolomei as Joséphine. Directed by Marine Francen; 10 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in The Sower

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Ratings

The Sower Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Sower 100% on Rotten Tomatoes and 75 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10. Our Echo Score gives it 80/100, strongest in sensory experience (90) and weakest in rewatch factor (70).

80 /100

The Sower Echo Score Breakdown

In many respects The Sower succeeds through its harmonious blend of intimate storytelling and evocative visual craft. Critics consistently highlight its measured pacing and deliberate focus on character interplay, supported by a direction that balances rural simplicity with mythic overtones. Positive sentiment emphasizes the film’s ability to sustain engagement through understated humor and emotional nuance. While not dramatically groundbreaking, the cumulative strength of performances and atmosphere ensures a resonant viewing experience.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 85

    In terms of art and craft, The Sower delivers a consistently refined visual presentation. The direction favors deliberate framing of pastoral settings, using an understated color palette to underline the rural tableau. Critics applaud its picturesque compositions and seamless editing transitions that evoke dreamlike qualities. The overall visual design remains both striking and cohesive, enhancing the film’s evocative mood.

  • Character & Emotion 80

    When it comes to character and emotion, The Sower presents nuanced performances that convey subtle interrelations. Actors inhabit their roles with restraint, revealing layers of desire and repression through measured expressions. Observers note the film’s tender urgency in presenting its microcosm, lending emotional weight to everyday interactions. The emotional resonance remains understated yet meaningful throughout.

  • Story & Flow 75

    Regarding story and flow, The Sower maintains a focused narrative that resists unnecessary complexity. The plot unfolds at a measured pace, allowing audiences to absorb the intimate dynamics of the isolated village. Critiques highlight its coherent structure and thematic clarity, with mythic undertones woven without disrupting engagement. The storytelling approach proves straightforward yet sufficiently compelling.

  • Sensory Experience 90

    In terms of sensory experience, The Sower excels through its evocative soundtrack and precise sound design, which complement the film’s visual elegance. Critics emphasize the film’s delicate score and ambient audio that bolster the immersive rural atmosphere. Visual style and cohesion are further enhanced by meticulous production design. The overall sensory palette remains polished and harmonious.

  • Rewatch Factor 70

    When assessing rewatch factor, The Sower offers moderate replay value driven by its atmospheric nuances rather than plot surprises. Viewers may appreciate revisiting the film to further contemplate its symbolic imagery and subtle character shifts. However, the deliberate pacing and understated narrative limit the appeal for repeated viewings. The lasting appeal lies primarily in its evocative tone.

Details

The Sower Also Known As

28 alternative titles, including “מצטער להפריע” and “ホワイト・ボイス”.

Also known as
  • מצטער להפריע
  • ホワイト・ボイス
  • 쏘리 투 보더 유
  • Desculpe te Incomodar
  • Bocs, hogy zavarom
  • Przepraszam, że przeszkadzam
  • Простите за беспокойство
  • Извините на сметњи
  • 抱歉打擾你
  • Rahatsız Ettiğim için Özür Dilerim
  • Вибач, що турбую
  • Perdona que te moleste
+16 more
  • 抱歉打扰
  • Простете за безпокойството
  • Sizi Rahatsız Ettiğim İçin Özür Dilerim
  • סליחה על ההפרעה
  • Scuze că te deranjez
  • Promiňte, že ruším
  • Συγγνώμη που σ' Ενοχλώ
  • 扮工室上位攻略
  • ขอโทษที่รบกวน
  • Perdón por molestarte, ბოდიში შეწუხებისთვის
  • Desculpe Incomodar
  • Prepáčte, že vyrušujem
  • المعذرة على الإزعاج
  • ホワイト・ボイス
  • Xin Lỗi Đã Làm Phiền
  • Oprostite na smetnji

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FAQ

The Sower FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is The Sower?

The Sower runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

When was The Sower released?

The Sower was released on March 1, 2019.

Who directed The Sower?

The Sower was directed by Marine Francen.

Who is in the cast of The Sower?

The Sower stars Françoise Lebrun as Blanche, Alban Lenoir as Jean and Anamaria Vartolomei as Joséphine, among 10 credited actors.

How is The Sower rated?

The Sower has 6.5/10 on IMDb, 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, 75 on Metacritic and 73% on TMDB.

Does The Sower have a post-credit scene?

No. The Sower has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Sower in?

The original language of The Sower is French.

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