The Cruel Embrace
Les Noces barbares
1987 · 1h 39m · Drama · France, Belgium · Rated 12 (DE)
Ludovic is the son of Nicole, a single mother who married Micho, a man older than her. He agreed to adopt her son. Ludo is the scapegoat of Tatave, first son of Micho and the favoured victim of his teacher. Communication between Ludo and his mother is non-existent. While her own health is deteriorating, she eventually entrusts him to an asylum.
Written & directed by
Marion HänselBased on the novel by
Yann Queffélec6.0Smart score
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