Plot — What is Gervaise about?
Gervaise Macquart is a beautiful Parisian laundress and mother whose lover, Lantier, walks out on her. She eventually marries Henri Coupeau, a roofer who has an unfortunate accident. As her now crippled husband descends into alcoholism, Gervaise tries to make ends meet on her own. Life becomes even more complicated when Lantier returns and befriends Henri. Meanwhile, the man she really loves is sent to prison.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1956 |
| Genre | Romance, Drama |
| Language | French |
| Runtime | 112 min |
| Audience Score | 67% (6.7/10, 60 votes) |
Gervaise — FAQ
Is Gervaise worth watching? Gervaise holds a 6.7/10 rating from 60 viewers. Gervaise Macquart is a beautiful Parisian laundress and mother whose lover, Lantier, walks out on her. She eventually marries Henri Coupeau, a roofer who has an unfortunate accident. As her now crippled husband descends
Who directed Gervaise? Directed by René Clément.
Who is in the cast of Gervaise? It stars Maria Schell, François Périer, Jany Holt, Mathilde Casadesus, Suzy Delair, Armand Mestral and more.
Where can I stream Gervaise? You can stream Gervaise on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by region.
When did Gervaise release? It released in 1956.
