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All the Mornings of the World VHS

All the Mornings of the World

PG 1991 • Runtime: 115 Minutes • Drama, Historical, Musical

Set in 17th-century France, the film follows the austere and reclusive viol player Monsieur de Sainte-Colombe as he mourns the death of his wife. He dedicates his life to perfecting his music, living in isolation with his two daughters. A young musician, Marin Marais, becomes his pupil, eager to learn but ultimately driven by ambition. Years later, an older Marais reflects on his youthful arrogance and the emotional depth of his mentor’s artistry. The story unfolds through memory, loss, and music, capturing the conflict between spiritual purity and worldly success.

Condition, tape Good
Condition, case Good
Director Alain Corneau
Cast Jean-Pierre Marielle, Gérard Depardieu, Anne Brochet, Guillaume Depardieu, Carole Richert
Notes All the Mornings of the World was released on VHS in the early 1990s, with distribution attributed to Touchstone Home Video for North American audiences. A promotional demo version surfaced around April 20, 1994, featuring standard studio previews and a clamshell or slipcase design prominently displaying Gérard Depardieu. The tape was formatted in NTSC for U.S. release, with PAL versions issued in select international markets. Language options typically included the original French audio with English subtitles. The VHS gained niche popularity among classical music and art-house cinema fans, especially due to its acclaimed soundtrack and period visuals.