
Jean de Florette
1986, Drama, 2h 2m
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In this acclaimed French drama, the enterprising Ugolin Soubeyran (Daniel Auteuil) returns to his native countryside after the serving in the military. Intent on growing expensive flowers, he conspires with his uncle, Cesar (Yves Montand), to gain access to a hidden spring on a neighboring property. When their initial attempt to buy the land fails, they must contend with Jean de Florette (Gérard Depardieu), who arrives with his family to work the coveted plot and turn it into a profitable farm.
Cast & Crew
Yves Montand
Cesar Soubeyran, 'Le Papet'
Cesar Soubeyran, 'Le Papet'
Gérard Depardieu
Jean de Florette
Jean de Florette
Daniel Auteuil
Ugolin
Ugolin
Elisabeth Depardieu
Aimee Cadoret
Aimee Cadoret
Ernestine Mazurowna
Manon Cadoret
Manon Cadoret
Marcel Champel
Pique-Bouffigue
Pique-Bouffigue
Critic Reviews for Jean de Florette
Audience Reviews for Jean de Florette
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May 16, 2017It almost makes us feel guilty that we are rooting for the villains, who conspire so greedily to force a man off his own land, and is elevated even more by Jean-Claude Petit's wonderful score and two excellent performances by Yves Montand and Daniel Auteuil.Carlos M Super Reviewer
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Jun 06, 2013A beautiful film in every way. Well, almost every way -- Gerard Depardieu is not handsome even when caught on film when he was young and thin. Despite his aesthetic challenges, the story is marvelous and beautifully acted.Christian C Super Reviewer
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Oct 11, 2011It could have been conceived as a four-hour epic and it still would not lose its magic. Berri's wonderful and visually stunning adaptation could also be interpreted as a reflection of the Turkish masterpiece <i>Susuz Yaz</i> (1964), and how that precious resource called "water" still awakens the greed even in the most uncivilized human beings. Terrific score by Jean-Claude Petit and magnificent landscapes, with a surprisingly decent Depardieu and the always immortal Yves Montand. 97/100Edgar C Super Reviewer
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Feb 15, 2010One of my favourite films and the "prequel" to the equally fabulous Manon of the Spring. The landowners who ultimately bankrupt Gerard Depardieu's bureaucrat are wonderful schemers.John B Super Reviewer
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