Viviane Forrester left an indelible mark on French literature as an acclaimed essayist, novelist, and journalist. Beyond her literary achievements, which earned her prestigious Goncourt and Femina prizes, she emerged as a formidable critic of globalization's economic impact. Our collection highlights her most influential works, from her groundbreaking biography of Virginia Woolf to her sharp analyses of capitalism's human costs.
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Films
1. India Song
Experience the passionate tale of "India Song, " set against the exotic backdrop of 1937 Calcutta. The French ambassador's wife embarks on a scandalous affair with multiple lovers, weaving a complex web of intrigue and desire. Get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with secrets, forbidden love, and the allure of the unknown.
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IMDb Rating: 6.1
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TMDb Rating: 6.4
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Release Date: 1975-06-04
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Runtime: 115.0 minutes
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Original Language: fr
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Origin Country: ["FR"]
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Status: Released
2. Son nom de Venise dans Calcutta désert
Embark on a haunting journey through a bygone era with the film "Son nom de Venise dans Calcutta désert". Set in 1930s India, the movie follows a French ambassador's wife through images of absence and decay. The full soundtrack of Marguerite Duras' 1975 film, India Song, is reimagined and repurposed with new cinematography. As you listen to the eerie dialogue, take a visual journey through a lost world, a commentary on colonialism, and an evocation of its ghostly presence.
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IMDb Rating: 7.3
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TMDb Rating: 7.0
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Release Date: 1976-06-02
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Runtime: 114.0 minutes
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Original Language: fr
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Origin Country: ["FR"]
Status: Released
3. La Dictature de la pensée unique
"La Dictature de la pensée unique" examines the restrictive impact of conformist thinking on French society. Through insightful analysis, this documentary challenges the dominance of narrow-minded perspectives and advocates for a more open-minded approach to ideas and expression.
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Release Date: 2000-01-01
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Original Language: fr
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Origin Country: ["FR"]
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Status: Released
TV Shows
1. Apostrophes
Apostrophes, a captivating French talk show, captivated viewers for fifteen mesmerizing years. Hosted by the enigmatic Bernard Pivot, the program dived deep into the literary world, featuring interviews, discussions, and more. Broadcasted on Friday nights, this one-hour show attracted around 6 million regular viewers and ran on the channel France 2. With a staggering 724 episodes, this enduring classic explored the realms of literature, engrossing the audience week after week. Don't miss your chance to relive this iconic talk show experience.
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Original Name: Apostrophes
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TMDb Rating: 8.5
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Languages: ["fr"]
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Episode Runtime: [70]
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Status: Ended
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Origin Country: ["FR"]
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Original Language: fr
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Type: Talk Show
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First Air Date: 1975-01-10
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Last Air Date: 1990-06-22
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Number of Seasons: 16
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Number of Episodes: 724
