Tempest in the Flesh (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1954, Tempest in the Flesh is a drama film directed by Ralph Habib.
What it’s about. A dam is under construction in the Pyrénées mountains. All the workers only have eyes for pretty, sensual Clara, the canteen waitress. And what she exchanges with many of them is more than just looks, this is for sure. Nevertheless, despite her frivolity, Clara falls truly in love with Tonio Borelli, the site foreman. The latter takes her to Paris and they marry. But Clara soon realizes that the call of the flesh still consumes her...
Who’s in it. Tempest in the Flesh stars Françoise Arnoul as Clara, Philippe Lemaire as André, Raymond Pellegrin as Antonio 'Tonio' Borelli and Cathérine Gora as Greta, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Tempest in the Flesh has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tempest in the Flesh page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tempest in the Flesh tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tempest in the Flesh (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tempest in the Flesh change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tempest in the Flesh worth watching?
- Tempest in the Flesh holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tempest in the Flesh?
- Tempest in the Flesh stars Françoise Arnoul, Philippe Lemaire, Raymond Pellegrin, Cathérine Gora and Antoine Balpêtré.
- When was Tempest in the Flesh released?
- Tempest in the Flesh was released in 1954.