Manon of the Spring (1986) movie poster

Manon of the Spring (1986)

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"They destroyed her father. Now they offered her love. But the only thing she desired was revenge."
ThumbScore
👍 83%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 76% (RT: 81%, MC: 70) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

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Director
Runtime
1h 55m
Country
France, Italy
Language
French
TMDB Rating
7.6/10 (557 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
81%
Metacritic
70
Cast
Yves Montand as César Soubeyran, aka "le Papet"
Daniel Auteuil as Ugolin Soubeyran, aka "Galinette"
Emmanuelle Béart as Manon Cadoret
Hippolyte Girardot as Bernard Olivier, teacher
Margarita Lozano as Baptistine
Yvonne Gamy as Delphine
Ticky Holgado as Rural engineering specialist
Jean Bouchaud as Vicar
Most people think so. 83% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 557 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 76%.
Overview
In this, the sequel to Jean de Florette, Manon has grown into a beautiful young shepherdess living in the idyllic Provencal countryside. She plots vengeance on the men who greedily conspired to acquire her father's land years earlier. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Claude Berri cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • During production of Manon of the Spring, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 1986 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Manon of the Spring is a 1986 drama film directed by Claude Berri. In this, the sequel to Jean de Florette, Manon has grown into a beautiful young shepherdess living in the idyllic Provencal countryside. She plots vengeance on the men who greedily conspired to acquire her father's land years earlier.

The film has been rated by 557 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Manon of the Spring delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Manon of the Spring (1986) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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