Cast
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Michèle Morgan
as Maria Chapdelaine
Kieron Moore
as Lorenzo Suprenant
Françoise Rosay
as Laura Chapdelaine
Jack Watling
as Robert Gagnon
Philippe Lemaire
as François Paradis
Francis de Wolff
as Papa Suprenant
George Woodbridge
as Samuel Chapdelaine
Fred Johnson
as Le rebouteux
Michael Mulcaster
as Légaré
Brian Roper
as Tit-Be Chapdelaine
Catherine Bradsham
as Alma-Rose Chapdelaine
Georges Mulcaster
as Le prêtre
Rufus Cruikshank
as
Nancy Price
as Thérésa Suprenant
Harry Locke
as
Crew
Director
- Marc Allégret
Writer
- Marc Allégret
- C.K. Jaeger
- J. McLaren Ross
- Hugh Mills
- Roger Vadim
Producer
- Nelson Scott
- Louis de Masure
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Naked Heart examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Marc Allégret brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1950, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Naked Heart took approximately 11 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 137 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 261 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The film contains approximately 1327 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 1950, when this film was released:
- Rock and roll music was revolutionizing popular culture.
- The Cold War was intensifying, influencing global politics and culture.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: November 16, 1950
- Runtime: 1h 40m