Martin argues well, and the villagers are divided on whether the man is in fact Martin, Bertrande siding with him. This leads to a trial on his identity, with his life at stake, since if he is not Martin he and Martin's wife Bertrande are adulterers and their children bastards. But when Martin makes a demand for money he's owed by his uncle, the uncle is outraged and attacks Martin. The man initially is acknowledged and welcomed by the wife, family, and friends because he knows the intimate details of his former life.Īs time passes, however, vagabonds identify Martin as Arnaud of the neighbouring village of Tilh, but the villagers dismiss these claims as lies. Eight or nine years later, Martin (played by Depardieu) returns to resume his life. The film relates the historical case of Martin Guerre, who leaves his young wife in a small French village to go fight in a war, and to travel. It was based on a case of imposture in 16th century France, involving Martin Guerre. The Return of Martin Guerre ( French: Le Retour de Martin Guerre) is a 1982 French historical drama film directed by Daniel Vigne, and starring Gérard Depardieu.
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