Kamouraska movie poster

Kamouraska

July 18, 1973 2h 55m 5.8/10 (10 votes)

Originally released in 1973. Kamouraska is a drama/history film. directed by Claude Jutra. With a runtime of 2h 55m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Geneviève Bujold, Richard Jordan, and Marcel Cuvelier

Synopsis

A writer, Kamouraska is based on a real nineteenth-century love-triangle in rural Québec. It paints a poetic and terrifying tableau of the life of Elisabeth d'Aulnières: her marriage to Antoine Tassy, squire of Kamouraska; his violent murder; and her passion for George Nelson, an American doctor. Passionate and evocative, Kamouraska is the timeless story of one woman's destructive commitment to an ideal love.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 18, 1973 52 years ago
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Runtime 2h 55m 175 minutes total
User Rating 5.8/10 Mixed (10 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country Canada + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Les Productions Carle-Lamy
  • Canadian Film Development Corporation
  • France Cinéma Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kamouraska about?

A writer, Kamouraska is based on a real nineteenth-century love-triangle in rural Québec. It paints a poetic and terrifying tableau of the life of Elisabeth d'Aulnières: her marriage to Antoine T...

Who directed Kamouraska?

Kamouraska was directed by Claude Jutra.

How long is Kamouraska?

Kamouraska has a runtime of 2 hours and 55 minutes (175 minutes total).

When was Kamouraska released?

Kamouraska was released on July 18, 1973 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Kamouraska?

The main cast of Kamouraska includes Geneviève Bujold, Richard Jordan, Marcel Cuvelier, Suzie Baillargeon, Huguette Oligny.