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Release Year1954
Runtime1h 47m
LanguageFrench
CertificationNR
GenresDrama
Votes3
DirectorMarcel Blistène
WritersMarcel Blistène
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.0 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsFire Under Her Skin
About Fire Under Her Skin
Thérèse, who has come from the city, has married the sad Louis Raboux, a violent peasant who dies under unclear circumstances. Thérèse stays at the farm with Célestin, who loves her, but dares not say it out of shyness. The arrival of Pierre, who knew Louis and has something to hide, complicates the situation. Célestin's jealousy, which the maid Julia tries to console. Thérèse and Pierre's passionate love. The police arrest the young man and Célestin chases Thérèse, who falls from the roof. Célestin throws the body into an abyss, only to see Pierre reappear. In a rage, he too rushes into the ravine, from which Thérèse emerges, a new miracle-worker, ready to throw herself into the arms of her lover.
Directed by Marcel Blistène, Fire Under Her Skin leans on a strong ensemble — Gisèle Pascal, Raymond Pellegrin, Philippe Lemaire — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1954.
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