The Mother and the Whore
Director: Jean Eustache
Aimless young Alexandre juggles his relationships with his girlfriend, Marie, and a casual lover named Veronika. Marie becomes increasingly jealous of Alexandre's fling with Veronika and as the trio continues their unsustainable affair, the emotional stakes get higher, leading to conflict and unhappiness.
Where to Watch
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Cast
Jean-Pierre Léaud
Alexandre
Bernadette Lafont
Marie
Françoise Lebrun
Veronika
Isabelle Weingarten
Gilberte
Jacques Renard
Alexandre's Friend
Jean-Noël Picq
Offenbach's Fan
Berthe Granval
Marie's Friend
Geneviève Mnich
Veronika's Friend
Jessa Darrieux
The friend with the injured hand
Marinka Matuszewski
Jean-Claude Biette
Café Les Deux Magots' Customer (uncredited)
Pierre Cottrell
(uncredited)
In brief
The Mother and the Whore (1973) is a drama, romance film. With an average rating of 7.3/10 from 204 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 3h 39min. You can stream it on: Criterion Channel.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Mother and the Whore online?
The Mother and the Whore is available on the following streaming services: Criterion Channel. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.
How long is The Mother and the Whore?
The Mother and the Whore runs 219 minutes (3h 39min).
What rating does The Mother and the Whore have?
The Mother and the Whore has an average rating of 7.3/10 based on 204 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is The Mother and the Whore from?
The Mother and the Whore was released in 1973.
