The Valley
"Obscured by clouds"
Originally released in 1972. The Valley is a drama film. directed by Barbet Schroeder.
Starring Bulle Ogier, Michael Gothard, and Jean-Pierre Kalfon
Synopsis
Viviane, a French Consul's wife, is in New Guinea to find exotic feathers for export to Paris. She encounters four European travelers who are en route to "La Vallée": The Valley, high in the Guinean mountains, is shown on maps as 'obscured by clouds' and is beyond their previous experiences. Viviane joins their trek to find rare feathers and soon becomes entwined in their journey. Their extended stay with the Mapuga tribe brings a denouement between western and indigenous values before their final quest toward the 'Valley of the Gods'.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 11, 1972
53 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (34 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- SNC
- Circle Associates Ltd.
- Les Films du Losange
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Valley about?
Viviane, a French Consul's wife, is in New Guinea to find exotic feathers for export to Paris. She encounters four European travelers who are en route to "La Vallée": The Valley, high in the Guine...
Who directed The Valley?
The Valley was directed by Barbet Schroeder.
How long is The Valley?
The Valley has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was The Valley released?
The Valley was released on July 11, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Valley?
The main cast of The Valley includes Bulle Ogier, Michael Gothard, Jean-Pierre Kalfon, Valérie Lagrange, Monique Giraudy.