Movie

The Forbidden Woman

★ 6.5(29)19971h 40m

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Good to know

Director: Philippe Harel
Release date: 1997-09-24
Runtime: 1h 40m
Language: French
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: Lazennec Bretagne

About The Forbidden Woman

The Forbidden Woman is a 1997 movie in the Comedy, Romance and Drama genres, directed by Philippe Harel, starring Isabelle Carré, Philippe Harel and Nathalie Conio. It has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 29 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Forbidden Woman in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

François is 39, Muriel is 22... He is married, with a child, and lives comfortably. She is single and unattached. They meet by chance... He wants her... She resists... Gives in... Latches on to him... There is a name for it: adultery. Adultery in all its fleeting joys, rare moments, creeping jealousy, open conflicts, stolen pleasures, tears held back, tears shed.

Cast

Isabelle Carré

Elle (Muriel)

Philippe Harel

Moi (François)

Nathalie Conio

ma secrétaire

Sophie Niedergang

ma femme

Julien Niedergang

mon fils

Zinedine Soualem

L'homme à la contravention

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Forbidden Woman in United States?+

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Is The Forbidden Woman on Netflix?+

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How long is The Forbidden Woman?+

The Forbidden Woman has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).

Who stars in The Forbidden Woman?+

The Forbidden Woman stars Isabelle Carré, Philippe Harel, Nathalie Conio, Sophie Niedergang and Julien Niedergang.

When did The Forbidden Woman come out?+

The Forbidden Woman is a 1997 movie directed by Philippe Harel.

What genre is The Forbidden Woman?+

The Forbidden Woman is Comedy, Romance and Drama film.

Who directed The Forbidden Woman?+

The Forbidden Woman was directed by Philippe Harel.