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Cousin Bette (1998) 6.1
Cousin Bette is a poor and lonely seamstress, who, after the death of her prominent and wealthy sister, tries to ingratiate herself into lives of her brother-in-law, Baron Hulot, and her ... See full summary » Director:Des McAnuff |
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Jenny Cadine
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| Kelly Macdonald | ... |
Hortense Hulot
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Victorin Hulot
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Stidmann
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Adeline Hulot
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Dr. Bianchon
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Priest
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Mariette
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Janie Hargreaves | ... |
Célestine
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Gillian Martell | ... |
Portress
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Cousin Bette is a poor and lonely seamstress, who, after the death of her prominent and wealthy sister, tries to ingratiate herself into lives of her brother-in-law, Baron Hulot, and her niece, Hortense Hulot. Failing to do so, she instead finds solace and company in a handsome young sculptor she saves from starvation. But the aspiring artist soon finds love in the arms of another woman, Hortense, leaving Bette a bitter spinster. Bette plots to take revenge on the family who turned her away and stole her only love. With the help of famed courtesan Jenny Cadine she slowly destroys the lives of those who have scorned her. Written by <CherylC894@aol.com>
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Who knew deception, treachery and revenge could be this much fun...Parents Guide:
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EnglishRelease Date:
12 June 1998 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
La prima Bette See more »Box Office
Opening Weekend:
£44,082 (UK) (11 September 1998)Gross:
£44,082 (UK) (11 September 1998)Company Credits
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Music by Vincenzo Bellini
Vocal performed by Henrik Wager
Piano performed by Danny Troob
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Mlle. Elisabeth 'Bette' Fisher: For the sake of their pleasure, men commit the most appalling crimes.See more »
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"Spera O'Marinar"Music by Vincenzo Bellini
Vocal performed by Henrik Wager
Piano performed by Danny Troob
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The plot is complicated, too much so to describe in 1,000 words. Let's just say Cousin Bette is a tale of familial revenge set in 1840s Paris. Cousin Bette is the spinster aunt of a large wealthy family in the throes of loosing it all; money, dignity and respect. As they struggle, Bette (Lange) weaves her plots, many of which go astray working unintended consequences. This is a delightful black comedy that I liked very much, more so than most reviewers and commentators. If you have a predilection for this kind of movie, jump right in.