The Duchess of Langeais

Based On the book by Honoré de Balzac

The Duchess of Langeais is a 2007 French-Italian period drama film directed by Jacques Rivette. Its original French title is Ne touchez pas la hache ("Don't touch the axe"). It is based on the 1834 novel of the same name by Honoré de Balzac. The film stars Jeanne Balibar and Guillaume Depardieu as lovers in the 1820s, who are involved in a tormented and frustrating relationship.

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Release date:

March 28, 2007

Director:

Jacques Rivette

Cast:

Jeanne Balibar, Guillaume Depardieu, Michel Piccoli, Bulle Ogier, Beppe Chierici

Genre:

Drama

Country:

France, Italy

Language:

French

Year page:

2006 in adaptations