Review of The Story of Adèle H. (1975) by Daisy M — 17 Apr 2010
The story of Adele H was a true story of Adele Hugo daughter of the famous poet Victor Hugo, who was obsessively in love with an English army lieutenant who did not want her. The scene was Halifax during the American Civil War.
She followed Lt. Pinson from her home on the island of Guernsey to be with him even though he had rejected her. I am not familiar with Truffaut's work, but I found this one very haunting and showed Adele's circumstances and her torment without turning into a sentimental melodrama.
This movie could be described as an arty movie. But I was certainly impressed by this movie, and especially by Adjani's performance.
This review of The Story of Adèle H. (1975) was written by Daisy M on 17 Apr 2010.
The Story of Adèle H. has generally received positive reviews.
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