La Maison des bories (1970)

La Maison des bories (1970)
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Directed by Jacques Doniol-Valcroze

Plot Summary

Julien Durras, a strict and sullen geologist, lives with his wife Isabelle and their two children in an isolated country house in Provence called La Maison des Bories. Their rigid, joyless routine is disrupted by the arrival of Carl-Stephane, a young and charming German student who comes to assist Julien with his work. His presence brings a breath of fresh air into the household, awakening repressed emotions and creating quiet tension between desire and duty.

About the Film








Director: Jacques Doniol-Valcroze

Year: 1970

Runtime: 95 minutes

Language: French

Subtitles: English

Genre: Drama, Psychological Drama
The film stars Marie Dubois as Isabelle, Maurice Garrel as the severe Julien, and Mathieu Carrière as the young German visitor. It’s a slow, atmospheric character study that explores themes of repressed desire, family tension, and emotional isolation in a beautifully shot Provençal setting.

Technical Specs
Resolution: 1796 × 1080

Container: mp4

Subtitles: English
Why Watch It?

La Maison des bories is a quiet, introspective French drama with a strong sense of place and subtle emotional undercurrents. If you enjoy slow-burn European cinema that focuses more on mood and character than plot, this is a hidden gem from the early 1970s. It’s understated but emotionally resonant, with excellent performances from the lead cast.