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Douce

7.2/ 10IMDb7.116
19431h 49m

Overview

In Paris in 1887, Irène works as a governess to Douce, the grand-daughter of the dowager Countess de Bonafé. Douce believes she is in love with Fabien, the handsome manager of the estate. However she cannot hope to marry him because of their class difference. Douce's widowed father, the Count de Bonafé, has a wooden leg, and is infatuated with Irène. Douce discovers that Fabien is planning to flee to Quebec with Irène, and also finds out that the Count has asked Irène to marry him. So Douce tells Fabien this and convinces him to run away with her, causing consternation in the family.

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Writers
Pierre Bost, Michel Davet, Jean Aurenche
Producer
Pierre Guerlais
Production
Industrie Cinématographique

Frequently asked questions

What is Douce rated?

Douce has an audience rating of 7.2 out of 10 from 16 votes.

Who directed Douce?

Douce was directed by Claude Autant-Lara.

When was Douce released?

Douce was released in 1943.