- Louis Hémon's masterpiece
- This magnificent adaptation of the famous novel by Louis Hémon is one of the most beautiful love stories in world cinema
- Carole Laure is a moving heroine in front of Gilles Carle's camera
Canada, early 20th century. In the wilderness of Lake Saint-Jean, life is tough for the Chapdelaine family. Between two jobs, the beautiful Maria ( Carole Laure ) dreams of elsewhere and of marriage. Three men, all from different backgrounds, court her. The young girl's choice is obvious to her: her heart beats for the dark trapper François Paradis ( Nick Mancuso ). When he goes hunting for the winter, Maria swears to wait for him...
- Director: Gilles Carle
- Year of production: 1983
- Audio: French 2.0 Dolby Stereo
- Genre: Drama
- Duration: 107 minutes
