The Story of Adèle H.
L'Histoire d'Adèle H.
“What kind of woman would wait her whole life for one man...? And what kind of man would deny her...?”
Synopsis
In the 19th century a mysterious woman named Adele H. crosses the ocean, from Europe to North America, to relentlessly pursue a handsome officer that denies her satisfaction.
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The Story of Adele H (1975) - Trailer | French
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-04-29
Top Cast
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Isabelle Adjani
Adèle Hugo
Bruce Robinson
Lt. Albert Pinson
Sylvia Marriott
Mrs. Saunders
Joseph Blatchley
Mr. Whistler
Ivry Gitlis
Hypnotist
Louise Bourdet
Victor Hugo's Servant
Cecil De Sausmarez
Mr. Lenoir
Ruben Dorey
Mr. Saunders
Clive Gillingham
Keaton
Roger Martin
Doctor Murdock
M. White
Colonel White
Madame Louise
Madame Baa
Jean-Pierre Leursse
Black Penpusher
Geoffroy Crook
George, Servant at Johnstone's (uncredited)
Chantal Durpoix
Young Whore (uncredited)
Raymond Falla
Judge Johnstone (uncredited)
David Foote
David, a Young Boy (uncredited)
Jacques Frejabue
Cabinetmaker (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Mar del Plata Film Festival (Restored Version)
Festival / Special Debut
December 22, 1975
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$763K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- François Truffaut
- Screenplay & Story
- François Truffaut, Suzanne Schiffman, Jean Gruault
- Original Score
- Maurice Jaubert
- Original Title
- L'Histoire d'Adèle H.
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Worldwide Gross
- $763K
- Production Studios
- Les Films du Carrosse, Les Productions Artistes Associés
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
François Truffaut
François Truffaut, Suzanne Schiffman, Jean Gruault, Frances Vernor Guille, Adèle Hugo
Maurice Jaubert
Néstor Almendros
Jean Gargonne, Yann Dedet, Martine Barraqué
Department Leadership Roster
Néstor Almendros
Director of Photography
François Truffaut
Director
François Truffaut
Screenplay
Suzanne Schiffman
Screenplay
Jean-Pierre Kohut-Svelko
Production Design
Jean Gargonne
Editor
Yann Dedet
Editor
Jacqueline Guyot
Costume Design
Jean Gruault
Screenplay
Martine Barraqué
Editor
Michèle Neny
Editor
Muriel Zeleny
Editor
Maurice Jaubert
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Story of Adèle H.
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Story of Adèle H. about?
In the 19th century a mysterious woman named Adele H. crosses the ocean, from Europe to North America, to relentlessly pursue a handsome officer that denies her satisfaction.
Who directed The Story of Adèle H.?
The Story of Adèle H. was directed by François Truffaut.
Who stars in The Story of Adèle H.?
The principal cast of The Story of Adèle H. includes Isabelle Adjani, Bruce Robinson, Sylvia Marriott, Joseph Blatchley, Ivry Gitlis.
When was The Story of Adèle H. released and how long is it?
The Story of Adèle H. was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
How much did The Story of Adèle H. make at the box office?
The Story of Adèle H. grossed $763K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Story of Adèle H.?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Story of Adèle H. was composed by Maurice Jaubert.
Is The Story of Adèle H. based on a book or true story?
The Story of Adèle H. is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Adèle Hugo".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Story of Adèle H.?
The Story of Adèle H. holds official age classifications: FR: TP; US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).