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The Flame

1936Movie1 h 25 min

Drama
80
GreatGoodWatch score
80
GreatGoodWatch score

Summary

A woman of easy virtue rejects a proposal of marriage made to her by a rich lover. But when her son is taken from her to be brought up in the best conditions, she keeps thinking about him. When she finds him, twenty years later, she can not adapt to the environment to which he now belongs.

Good for

  • Teens
  • Drop-in friendly
  • Thought-provoking

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Not for laughs, scares or warmth.

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Cast

13 of 13

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Directed by
André Berthomieu

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Facts

May 8, 1936 · 1 h 25 min · Drama

Released
May 8, 1936
Runtime
1 h 25 min
Genres
Drama
Original language
French
Made in
France

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is The Flame worth watching?"

Questions about The Flame

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Flame worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80.

Is The Flame plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (9 of 10) and character depth (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Flame good for date night?

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It suits a quiet night in as a couple: romance is 7 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.

Is The Flame in English?

French

No, it was made in French.