UW Cinematheque - New Restorations
Olivia | France | 1950 | DCP | 94 min. | French with English subtitles Director: Jacqueline Audry
Event Details
Date
Friday, November 15, 2019
Time
7 p.m.
Location
4070 Vilas Hall
Description
Cast: Simone Simon, Edwige Feuiller, Yvonne de Bray
At a repressive 19th century boarding school for girls, two headmistresses (Feuiller and Simon) compete for the hearts and minds of their students, including the newly arrived Olivia (Marie-Claire Olivia). Meanwhile, Olivia and her fellow students are embarking on their own discovery of the dangerous game of love and attraction. Difficult to see for decades, this haunting, beautiful feature by a groundbreaking French female director.
At a repressive 19th century boarding school for girls, two headmistresses (Feuiller and Simon) compete for the hearts and minds of their students, including the newly arrived Olivia (Marie-Claire Olivia). Meanwhile, Olivia and her fellow students are embarking on their own discovery of the dangerous game of love and attraction. Difficult to see for decades, this haunting, beautiful feature by a groundbreaking French female director.
Cost
Free
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