The Storm Within (1948)
Young Michel is in love with the attractive Madeleine, so he decides to tell his parents of his intention to marry her. He thinks his announcement is innocent enough; his engagement, however, threatens to reveal dark secrets lurking within his family's home. Yvonne, Michel's overbearing mother, concocts an elaborate scheme to drive Madeleine away, thus keeping uncomfortable household truths from being exposed.
Director: Jean Cocteau
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 100 min
Release Date: December 1, 1948
Cast
- Jean Marais - Michel
- Josette Day - Madeleine
- Yvonne de Bray - Yvonne dite 'Sophie'
- Marcel André - Georges
- Gabrielle Dorziat - Tante Léo
- Jean Cocteau - Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
Screenplay
Music: Georges Auric
Cinematography: Michel Kelber
Editing: Jacqueline Sadoul
Production: Les Films Ariane
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
Keywords
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Storm Within about?
- Young Michel is in love with the attractive Madeleine, so he decides to tell his parents of his intention to marry her. He thinks his announcement is innocent enough; his engagement, however, threatens to reveal dark secrets lurking within his family's home. Yvonne, Michel's overbearing mother, concocts an elaborate scheme to drive Madeleine away, thus keeping uncomfortable household truths from being exposed.
- Who directed The Storm Within?
- The Storm Within was directed by Jean Cocteau.
- Who stars in The Storm Within?
- The Storm Within stars Jean Marais, Josette Day, Yvonne de Bray, Marcel André, Gabrielle Dorziat, Jean Cocteau.
- How long is The Storm Within?
- The Storm Within has a runtime of 1h 40m (100 minutes).
- What genre is The Storm Within?
- The Storm Within is a Drama film.
- Where was The Storm Within produced?
- The Storm Within was produced in France.