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Manon of the Spring

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008
Manon des sources
Call Number: VHS00228
by Yves Montand; Claude Berri; Daniel Auteuil; Emmanuelle Beart; Marcel Pagnol; Orion Pictures.; Orion Home Video.;
Format: VHS
Language: French with English subtitles
Publisher: New York : Orion Home Video, ©1988.
Notes: Originally released in 1986 (113 mins.); From the novel by Marcel Pagnol;
Summary: Ten years have passed since the tragic events of Jean De Florette. Jean’s daughter, Manon, appears in town to accuse the Soubeyrans of killing her father. A tragedy results that nearly destroys Cesar, the neighbor who destroyed Jean.
OCLC #: 18527964
Also: The prequel: Jean de Florette (VHS00227)
Added: October 29, 2008
This item is part of the Ralph H. Wolfe Collection

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Jean de Florette

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008
Jean de Florette
Call Number: VHS00227
by Yves Montand; Claude Berri; Gérard Depardieu; Daniel Auteuil; Marcel Pagnol; Orion Pictures.; Orion Home Video.;
Format: VHS
Language: French with English subtitles
Publisher: New York : Orion Home Video, ©1988.
Notes: Originally released in 1986 (122 mins.); From the novel by Marcel Pagnol;
Summary: The story of Jean Cadoret, a hunchback who inherits a farm from his mother and foolishly hopes to become a gentleman farmer. But even before he arrives, his powerful neighbor is plotting to steal his land. The ending is heartbreak and tragedy for Jean who is no match for his wily neighbor
OCLC #: 18527839
Also: The sequel: Manon of the Spring (VHS00228)
Added: October 29, 2008
This item is part of the Ralph H. Wolfe Collection

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