What is The Long Absence?
The Long Absence is a film first released in 1961. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1961
- Release date
- May 17, 1961
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.7/10
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The Long Absence is a film first released in 1961. Catalogued under Drama.
Should you watch it?
“A grieving café owner confronts a mysterious amnesiac who may be her missing husband.”
- Alida Valli delivers a compelling performance
- Atmospheric French drama exploring memory
- Tight, character‑driven storytelling
- Deliberate pacing may feel slow for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate contemplative dramas about loss and memory.
The film’s themes of disappearance and amnesia make it suited for mature audiences.
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What is the main plot of the film?
Therese, a café owner, believes a wandering amnesiac may be her husband who vanished sixteen years earlier and tries to restore his memory.
Who stars as Therese?
The role of Therese is played by Alida Valli.
When was the film released?
It premiered in France on 17 May 1961.
What is the runtime?
The film runs approximately 1 hour and 38 minutes.
What language is the film in?
It is a French-language drama.
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