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Derborence (1985)
Director: Francis Reusser
Cast: Isabel Otero, Jacques Penot, Maria Machado, Jean-Marc Bory
Runtime94 min
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Antoine leaves his new bride behind to go on a skiing excursion with his uncle up the mountain behind their village of Derborence. Nine weeks after an avalanche apparently buries them alive, Antoine returns home. Certain that his uncle has also survived, he resolves to go back up and look for him—leaving his now-pregnant wife behind once more.
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Derborence (1985) is a critically acclaimed French-Swiss drama film directed by Francis Reusser. The film has received positive reviews from critics, who praise its thoughtful exploration of themes of loss, grief, and the human condition. While it has not received major awards recognition, the film has found an appreciative audience, with a respectable 7.1/10 rating on IMDb.
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Directed by Francis Reusser in 1985, Derborence is a captivating drama that explores the emotional and physical challenges faced by a man who must return to the mountain that buried him and his uncle. With standout performances from Isabel Otero and Jacques Penot, the film offers a nuanced, introspective look at the power of human resilience and the complexities of love and loss.
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Derborence is a 1985 French-Swiss drama film directed by Francis Reusser, based on Charles-Ferdinand Ramuz's 1934 novel of the same name. It was entered into the 1985 Cannes Film Festival.
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