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The Unburdening

October 4, 1983 1h 18m 3.8/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 1983. The Unburdening is a drama film. directed by Marcel Schüpbach. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Anne Caudry, Anne-Marie Blanc, and Fabienne Guelpa

Synopsis

In this surreal, overstated, black-and-white film by Marcel Schuepbach, a young woman is slowly driven to near insanity by an inner desire for a passionate existence, while she lives a dull life at her grandmother's country home. The grandmother recalls how her own daughter lost hold of sanity and died on her lover's grave -- and she begins to see similarities in her granddaughter's behavior.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 4, 1983 42 years ago
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Runtime 1h 18m 78 minutes total
User Rating 3.8/10 Mixed (6 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country Switzerland Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Film et Vidéo Productions
  • TSR
  • Film et Vidéo Collectif S.A.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Unburdening about?

In this surreal, overstated, black-and-white film by Marcel Schuepbach, a young woman is slowly driven to near insanity by an inner desire for a passionate existence, while she lives a dull life at...

Who directed The Unburdening?

The Unburdening was directed by Marcel Schüpbach.

How long is The Unburdening?

The Unburdening has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).

When was The Unburdening released?

The Unburdening was released on October 4, 1983 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Unburdening?

The main cast of The Unburdening includes Anne Caudry, Anne-Marie Blanc, Fabienne Guelpa, Nicole Roüan, Serge Avédikian.