

A forgotten French novelist gets his moment—but does anyone still care?
Acting
Irène Jacob brings grace to thankless wife role.
Costume
Bustles and waistcoats impeccably rendered.
Director
Samy Pavel
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Samy Pavel directed only three features; this was his most commercially visible attempt at awards recognition.
Daudet's 'Letters from My Windmill' remains a French school staple, though this film arrived decades after his cultural relevance peaked.
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