Madame Bovary
1991 · 2h 23m · Drama · France · Rated PG-13 (US)
Two souls adrift on the waves of the Seine
In 19th-century France, doctor's wife Emma Bovary seeks to escape her dull provincial life through various extramarital affairs and extravagant spending, leading to tragic consequences.
Written & directed by
Claude ChabrolBased on the novel by
Gustave Flaubert6.1Smart score
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19th centuryadulterybased on novel or bookbourgeoisiedebt collectorfemale empowermentfrancenormandy, francesexually empowered woman
RatingPG-13 (US)
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