Madame Bovary (1949)

Based on the French literary classic, this drama presents author Gustave Flaubert narrating his tale of infidelity and narcissism. After marrying small-town doctor Charles Bovary, Emma becomes tired of her limited social status and begins to have affairs, first with the young Leon Dupuis and later with the wealthy Rodolphe Boulanger. Eventually, however, her self-involved behavior catches up with her.

Crew: Vincente Minnelli

Cast: Jennifer Jones, James Mason, Van Heflin, Louis Jourdan, Alf Kjellin

Format: VHS

Genre: Drama, Romance

Rating: PG

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