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The Left-Handed Woman

19781h 56mPeter Handke
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Mourning for a lost relationship can be every bit as devastating as mourning for someone who has died. In this drama based on the director's own novel, a couple with an unhappy marriage agree to a trial separation. They try to patch things up, and at the same time other relationships begin to develop for them.

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LonelinessRelationshipFailing Marriage

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Left-Handed Woman (1978) about?

Mourning for a lost relationship can be every bit as devastating as mourning for someone who has died. In this drama based on the director's own novel, a couple with an unhappy marriage agree to a trial separation. They try to patch things up, and at the same time other relationships begin to develop for them.

Who stars in The Left-Handed Woman?

The Left-Handed Woman stars Edith Clever (The Woman), Markus Mühleisen (Stefan), Bruno Ganz (Bruno), Michael Lonsdale (The Waiter), Angela Winkler (Franziska). The film was directed by Peter Handke.

How long is The Left-Handed Woman?

The Left-Handed Woman has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1978.

Where can I watch The Left-Handed Woman?

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