The Story of Adele H.

"What kind of woman would wait her whole life for one man...? And what kind of man would deny her...?"

Adèle Hugo, daughter of renowned French writer Victor Hugo, falls in love with British soldier Albert Pinson while living in exile off the coast of England. Though he spurns her affections, she follows him to Nova Scotia and takes on the alias of Adèle Lewly. Albert continues to reject her, but she remains obsessive in her quest to win him over.

Release Date

October 8, 1975

Status

Released

Original Title

L'Histoire d'Adèle H.

Runtime

1h 36min

Budget

Revenue

$763,000

Language

English, French