Shadows of Adultery (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1961, Shadows of Adultery is a drama film directed by Alexandre Astruc, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Anna, twenty-seven, married to building contractor Eric, refuses to live in his wake. Craving independence, she can exist through the art gallery she runs, but isn’t this occupation a mere wholesome distraction? When she meets Bruno and becomes his lover she thinks she will find fulfillment only to realize that she is just another plaything in a man’s hands.
Who’s in it. Shadows of Adultery stars Annie Girardot as Anna Kraemmer, Daniel Gélin as Eric Kraemmer, Christian Marquand as Bruno and Anne Caprile as Luce, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Shadows of Adultery 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 Shadows of Adultery page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shadows of Adultery tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shadows of Adultery (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shadows of Adultery change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shadows of Adultery worth watching?
- Shadows of Adultery holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shadows of Adultery?
- Shadows of Adultery stars Annie Girardot, Daniel Gélin, Christian Marquand, Anne Caprile and Michèle Girardon.
- When was Shadows of Adultery released?
- Shadows of Adultery was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.