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Princess of Cleves

La Princesse de Clèves

1961 · 1h 41m · Drama, History, Romance · France, Italy

A teen marries the Prince of Clèves, more than twice her age, which makes her an official Princess, a position she takes to heart. Although distracted by elite entertainments often found at court, the princess cannot help but mourn her impossible love for the dashing Duke of Nemours.

Directed by
Jean Delannoy
Written by
Jean Cocteau
Based on the novel by
Madame de La Fayette
Starring
Jean Marais, Marina Vlady, Jean-François Poron, Annie Ducaux
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