The Widow of Saint-Pierre (2001): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
The Widow of Saint-Pierre is a 2001 romantic drama directed by Patrice Leconte, starring Daniel Auteuil and Juliette Binoche. It runs 1 hour 52 minutes and earned $7.2 million worldwide. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Foreign Language Film at the Golden Globes 2001. Critics gave it 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 52m (112 min)
- Director
- Patrice Leconte
- Original language
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French - Studio
- Lions Gate Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Widow of Saint-Pierre About?
The premise of The Widow of Saint-Pierre without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Set on the Isle of Saint-Pierre, a woman finds her life torn between the affections of two men during a period of significant change. The story explores her struggle as she navigates intense emotions and the potential for heartbreak. As she grapples with her choices, she must confront the consequences that will irrevocably alter her destiny and the lives of those around her.
The Widow of Saint-Pierre Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- period drama
- france
- man
- guillotine
- island
- executioner
- governor
- french colony
- redemption
- prison
- archipelago
- murder
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- isolated place
- death of loved one
- death of husband
- firing squad
- court martial
- sedition
- humanism
- reference to victor hugo
- pregnancy
- towing a ship
- subjective camera
- rowing a boat
- wedding in prison
- carnation
- learning to read
- greenhouse
- husband wife relationship
- husband wife sex
- army captain
- winter
- desolate island
- islander
- island life
- island name in title
- island fortress
- french republic
- gardening
- courtyard
- dutch angle
- bolting horse
- stoning
- death sentence
- condemned to death
- death row
- murderer
- year 1849
- north atlantic
- atlantic island
The Widow of Saint-Pierre Cast
Daniel Auteuil leads the cast, with Juliette Binoche. Directed by Patrice Leconte.
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Director Patrice Leconte
More from Patrice Leconte
More films directed by Patrice Leconte, best-rated first: Ridicule, Girl on the Bridge, Man on the Train and Intimate Strangers.
The Widow of Saint-Pierre Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave The Widow of Saint-Pierre 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10.
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IMDb 7.1 /10
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Metacritic 73 Metascore
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TMDB 65% User score
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The Widow of Saint-Pierre Plot Summary
What happens in The Widow of Saint-Pierre from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the year 1849, on the remote French islands of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon, a tragic incident unfolds when two sailors, after being rescued, indulge in alcohol and commit an act of violence, resulting in the death of a man. Following their arrest, a trial ensues, leading to a harsh sentence. While one of the sailors succumbs to life’s trials in custody, the other, Néel, finds himself in a precarious position, awaiting execution in a place devoid of a guillotine or executioner.
Full summary
The whole story of The Widow of Saint-Pierre, scene by scene
The Widow of Saint-Pierre Box Office
The Widow of Saint-Pierre grossed $7.2 million worldwide. $3.2 million came from the US and Canada and $4 million (56%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$7.2M
- US & Canada
- $3.2M
- International
- $4M
The Widow of Saint-Pierre Awards & Nominations
The Widow of Saint-Pierre earned 1 award nomination, including Best Foreign Language Film at the Golden Globes 2001.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Golden Globes 2001 1 nomination- Nominated Best Foreign Language Film
How Well Do You Know The Widow of Saint-Pierre?
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The Widow of Saint-Pierre Also Known As
17 alternative titles, including “Prokletí ostrova Saint-Pierre” and “圣皮埃尔的寡妇”.
- Also known as
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- Prokletí ostrova Saint-Pierre
- 圣皮埃尔的寡妇
- Вдова с острова Сен-Пьер
- L'amore che non muore
- Die Witwe von Saint Pierre
- La viuda de Saint-Pierre
- 雪地里的情人
- Η χήρα του Σεν Πιέρ
- האלמנה מסן פייר
- A sziget foglya
- Вдовицата на Свети Петър
- Prokletí ostrova Saint Pierre
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- A Viúva de Saint-Pierre
- Wdowa św. Piotra
- Änkan från Saint-Pierre
- 1850 길로틴 트래지디
- Saint-Pierre Dulu
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The Widow of Saint-Pierre FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of The Widow of Saint-Pierre, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Widow of Saint-Pierre?
The Widow of Saint-Pierre runs 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).
When was The Widow of Saint-Pierre released?
The Widow of Saint-Pierre was released on February 23, 2001.
Who directed The Widow of Saint-Pierre?
The Widow of Saint-Pierre was directed by Patrice Leconte.
More films by Patrice Leconte Who is in the cast of The Widow of Saint-Pierre?
The Widow of Saint-Pierre stars Daniel Auteuil and Juliette Binoche.
How much did The Widow of Saint-Pierre make at the box office?
The Widow of Saint-Pierre grossed $7.2 million worldwide ($3.2 million domestic, $4 million international).
How is The Widow of Saint-Pierre rated?
The Widow of Saint-Pierre has 7.1/10 on IMDb, 73 on Metacritic and 65% on TMDB.
Was The Widow of Saint-Pierre nominated for any awards?
The Widow of Saint-Pierre received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
Does The Widow of Saint-Pierre have a post-credit scene?
No. The Widow of Saint-Pierre has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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