The Prodigal Daughter (1981)

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A young woman in a deep depression leaves her husband and returns to her parents. She discovers her father is having an affair, becomes jealous of his mistress and tries to turn his feelings in her direction.

Director: Jacques Doillon
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 95 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Pierre Lhomme
Editing: Noëlle Boisson
Production: Gaumont
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr

Themes

Battle with Depression and Hope, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Struggling to Save a Failing Marriage, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Mental Health and Inner Struggle

Keywords

depression, infidelity, jealousy, paris, france, parent child relationship, romantic rivalry, incest, oedipus complex

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Prodigal Daughter about?
A young woman in a deep depression leaves her husband and returns to her parents. She discovers her father is having an affair, becomes jealous of his mistress and tries to turn his feelings in her direction.
Who directed The Prodigal Daughter?
The Prodigal Daughter was directed by Jacques Doillon.
Who stars in The Prodigal Daughter?
The Prodigal Daughter stars Jane Birkin, Michel Piccoli, Natasha Parry, Eva Renzi, Audrey Matson, René Féret.
How long is The Prodigal Daughter?
The Prodigal Daughter has a runtime of 1h 35m (95 minutes).
What genre is The Prodigal Daughter?
The Prodigal Daughter is a Drama film.
Where was The Prodigal Daughter produced?
The Prodigal Daughter was produced in France.
What are the themes of The Prodigal Daughter?
The themes of The Prodigal Daughter include: Battle with Depression and Hope, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Struggling to Save a Failing Marriage, Unfaithful Husband's Quest for Redemption, Mental Health and Inner Struggle.