Madame Baptiste
Originally released in 1974. Madame Baptiste is a drama/history film. directed by Claude Santelli.
Starring Isabelle Huppert, Francine Bergé, and Jean-Marc Bory
Synopsis
Blanche was raped in her adolescence by a servant, a cowherd named Baptiste. Her family, anxious to hide the shame that this scandal has cast on their reputation, locks the young girl in their manor, thinking that four walls are enough to silence the mockery. One day, Blanche, whom the whole country nicknames "Madame Baptiste", tries to commit suicide, consumed by the painful memory she carries within her. A man saves her and, charmed by the woman who now owes him her life, he asks her to marry him, thus defying the moral barriers set by public opinion. Life now seems happy for Blanche, but one day, at the agricultural show, the insult comes again: "Madame Baptiste!"...
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 29, 1974
51 years ago
Runtime
1h 32m
92 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- ORTF
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madame Baptiste about?
Blanche was raped in her adolescence by a servant, a cowherd named Baptiste. Her family, anxious to hide the shame that this scandal has cast on their reputation, locks the young girl in their mano...
Who directed Madame Baptiste?
Madame Baptiste was directed by Claude Santelli.
How long is Madame Baptiste?
Madame Baptiste has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was Madame Baptiste released?
Madame Baptiste was released on March 29, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Madame Baptiste?
The main cast of Madame Baptiste includes Isabelle Huppert, Francine Bergé, Jean-Marc Bory, Roger Van Hool, Christian Bouillette.