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hd
4.47$
Plot
In the rustic landscapes of Québec, near the robust Péribonka River, resides the youthful Maria Chapdelaine, a 16-year-old pioneer girl, and her resilient family. They are engaged in a ceaseless battle against nature, attempting to tame the wilderness that is their home, a home where the warmth of familial bonds persists even through the bone-aching fatigue of the day's toil.
Maria finds herself in the heart of a profound quandary; she's caught in the crossroads of choices that could shape her journey from girlhood to womanhood. François Paradis, a spirited fur trapper and logger, whispers promises of springtime matrimony, his words carrying the echo of wild freedom. Meanwhile, Lorenzo Surprenant emerges from the shadows of their farm, a picture of urban American comfort in his wake, tempting Maria with a life of ease. Eutrope Gagnon, a steadfast and reserved young farmer, stakes his claim on the land adjacent to the Chapdelaines, his quiet determination resonating with the spirit of their lifestyle.
As Maria grapples with these entwined threads of land, kinship and love, she is precipitously thrust into the world of adulthood. The choices she makes will not only determine her future but also define her identity as a woman. This narrative weaves a compelling tale of her journey, fraught with choices and their profound implications.
Where to watch Maria Chapdelaine?
Maria Chapdelaine is a drama movie featuring Sara Montpetit and directed by Sébastien Pilote.
It is possible to rent Maria Chapdelaine on Eventive.