Forever Emmanuelle (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1976, Forever Emmanuelle is a drama and romance film directed by Emmanuelle Arsan, running about 95 minutes. “Laure” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. At an institute in Manila, researchers and eco-tourists trade stories about the Mara tribe, who live on a remote island and have an annual festival of rebirth in which some of the tribe forget who they are and begin again. Laure is the daughter of the institute's director; she's a free spirit who has captured the fancy of Nicola, a European photographer. After a courtship in which the voyeuristic Nick indulges Laure's exhibitionism and sexual freedom, they set off for Mara land with Gualtier, an anthropologist, and his philosophical lover, Myrte. As they approach the Mara on the night of rebirth, who of the group will actually join the tribe to begin life anew?
Who’s in it. Forever Emmanuelle stars Annie Belle as Laure, Emmanuelle Arsan as Myrte, Pierre Haudebourg as Dolly and Al Cliver as Nicola, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Forever Emmanuelle has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Forever Emmanuelle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Forever Emmanuelle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Forever Emmanuelle (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Forever Emmanuelle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Forever Emmanuelle worth watching?
- Forever Emmanuelle holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Forever Emmanuelle?
- Forever Emmanuelle stars Annie Belle, Emmanuelle Arsan, Pierre Haudebourg, Al Cliver and Orso Maria Guerrini.