The Widow of Saint-Pierre

The Widow of Saint-Pierre is a French film directed by Patrice Leconte, the first film featuring film director Emir Kusturica, famous for his controversial film Underground.

Artistic sheet

Main Actors

• Juliette Binoche (Pauline - Jean's wife)
• Daniel Auteuil (Jean - The Captain)
• Emir Kusturica (Ariel Neel Auguste)
• Michel Duchaussoy (governor)
• Philippe Magnan (President Venot)
• Christian Charmetant (Official Secretary)
• Maurice Chevit (governor's father)

Plot

On the French island of Saint Pierre (off the Canadian coast), Neel, the culprit of a savage murder is sentenced to the guillotine. This has to be brought from the Caribbean island of Martinique, so it will take a long time to arrive. Meanwhile, in the custody of Captain Jean, and thanks to his wife, Neel becomes quite popular and indispensable on the island.