The film’s undeniable emotional core, absurdist undertones, resolute performances, as well as the beauty of the cinematography all make The Widow of Saint-Pierre a memorable film.

| Original Score: 4/5 | Jul 18, 2024

Each of the actors smoulders with quiet strength.

| Oct 15, 2019

Few films have set up the contrast between the cruel machinery of human justice and the piercing glory of Christian mercy more starkly and profoundly.

| Original Score: A- | Jan 15, 2005

Protagonizando uma histria emocionalmente complexa, Binoche, Auteuil e Kusturica conferem peso dramtico aos seus personagens, apesar da direo distante de Leconte impedir que o espectador se envolva intensamente com a trama.

Full Review | Original Score: 4/5 | Sep 25, 2003

When it comes right down to it, Leconte understands that Binoche's face tells all the story we need.

| Original Score: 3/4 | May 19, 2003

| Original Score: 2.5/5 | Mar 10, 2003

| Original Score: 2.5/4 | Mar 22, 2002

Full Review | Original Score: 76/100 | Oct 15, 2001

Solid

Full Review | Original Score: 4/5 | Oct 1, 2001

Leconte is an expert at his craft and, with his fine cast and crew, continues to please.

| Original Score: B+ | May 29, 2001

Leconte again manages to be one of the filmmakers of any nationality who can create convincing romantic attachments.

| Original Score: 3.5/4 | May 24, 2001

While the outcome of the story may be telegraphed, director Patrice Leconte ("Girl on the Bridge") shrouds his film in many layers of mystery.

| Original Score: B+ | May 23, 2001

Provocative.

| Original Score: 3/5 | May 7, 2001

An affecting drama.

| Original Score: 3/4 | May 5, 2001

Serene and haunting.

| May 4, 2001

Provocative and ultimately moving.

Full Review | May 4, 2001

Time spent in the company of such a professional, accomplished director and his marvelous cast is time well spent.

| Apr 27, 2001

A work of art that immerses you in a time and place so completely that it could be a documentary.

Full Review | Apr 20, 2001

A lacerating but eerily beautiful story of sin and redemption.

Full Review | Apr 20, 2001

A small tale with enormous emotional clout.

Full Review | Apr 19, 2001