The Book of Mary
Le Livre de Marie
Synopsis
Marie, eleven years old, is experiencing difficult times. Her parents will separate. The perception of her universe is profoundly disturbed. This exacting portrait of a child immersed in her books, music and dancing casts a dispassionate yet touching eye on the girl's reaction to the new upheaval in her life.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Solothurn Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 11, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anne-Marie Miéville
- Screenplay & Story
- Anne-Marie Miéville
- Original Score
- Gustav Mahler, Frédéric Chopin
- Original Title
- Le Livre de Marie
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland, France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 28m
- Production Studios
- Pégase Films, JLG Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anne-Marie Miéville
Anne-Marie Miéville
Gustav Mahler, Frédéric Chopin
Jacques Firmann, Jean-Bernard Menoud, Caroline Champetier
Anne-Marie Miéville
Department Leadership Roster
Anne-Marie Miéville
Director
Anne-Marie Miéville
Writer
Anne-Marie Miéville
Editor
Jacques Firmann
Director of Photography
Jean-Bernard Menoud
Director of Photography
Caroline Champetier
Director of Photography
Ivan Niclass
Production Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Book of Mary
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What is The Book of Mary about?
Marie, eleven years old, is experiencing difficult times. Her parents will separate. The perception of her universe is profoundly disturbed. This exacting portrait of a child immersed in her books, music and dancing casts a dispassionate yet touching eye on the girl's reaction to the new upheaval in her life.
Who directed The Book of Mary?
The Book of Mary was directed by Anne-Marie Miéville.
Who stars in The Book of Mary?
The principal cast of The Book of Mary includes Bruno Cremer, Aurore Clément, Rebecca Hampton, Copi, Valentine Mercier.
When was The Book of Mary released and how long is it?
The Book of Mary was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 28m.
Who composed the musical score for The Book of Mary?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Book of Mary was composed by Gustav Mahler, Frédéric Chopin.