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For a Woman (2013): cast, story & where to watch

2013 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 2013, For a Woman is a drama film directed by Diane Kurys, running about 110 minutes.

What it’s about. After the death of her mother, Anne makes a shocking discovery: an old photograph casts doubt on her origins and leads her to discover a mysterious uncle who lived with her parents after the war. As she lifts the lid on a long forgotten family secret, the young woman learns that her mother once succumbed to an amorous passion that was as intense as it was short-lived...

Who’s in it. For a Woman stars Benoît Magimel as Michel, Mélanie Thierry as Lena, Nicolas Duvauchelle as Jean and Sylvie Testud as Anne, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, For a Woman has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch For a Woman page.

If you liked it. Fans of For a Woman tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch For a Woman (2013)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for For a Woman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is For a Woman worth watching?
For a Woman holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in For a Woman?
For a Woman stars Benoît Magimel, Mélanie Thierry, Nicolas Duvauchelle, Sylvie Testud and Denis Podalydès.
When was For a Woman released?
For a Woman was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.