The movie Cousin Bette was released in 1998, and is a mix of comedy and drama. The story revolves around Bette who becomes a theater seamstress in Paris after her sister’s death, and her journey of revenge when her niece steals away the handsome artist she helps. The film was directed by Des McAnuff and the screenplay was written by Honoré de Balzac, Lynn Siefert, and Susan Tarr. Some of the stars in the movie are Geraldine Chaplin, John Benfield, and Hugh Laurie.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was filmed in several places in France such as Bordeaux, Gironde, Rochefort, Charente-Maritime, and at Château de Bouilh in Bordeaux, Gironde. The movie was filmed between July 1, 1996, and August 30, 1996.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Geraldine Chaplin | Adeline |
| John Benfield | Dr. Bianchon |
| Hugh Laurie | Hector |
| Jessica Lange | Bette |
| Paul Bandey | Priest |
| Laura Fraser | Mariette |
| Toby Stephens | Victorin |
| Kelly Macdonald | Hortense |
| Janie Hargreaves | Célestine |
| Gillian Martell | Portress |
| Elisabeth Shue | Jenny Cadine |
| John Sessions | Musical Director |
| Henrik Wager | Baritone |
| Aden Young | Wenceslas |
| John Quentin | Elderly Aristocrat |
| Bob Hoskins | Crevel |
| Jefferson Mays | Stidmann |
| Tim Barlow | De Forzheim |
| Heathcote Williams | Nucingen |
| Philip Jackson | De Wissembourg |
| Toby Jones | Gentleman in Café des Artistes |
| Kenneth Jay | Gentleman in Café des Artistes |
| Simon McBurney | Vauvinet |
| Geoffrey Carey | Duelmaster |
| Dermot Keaney | Chief Gendarme |
| Laetitia Colombani | (uncredited) |
| Mathieu Naert | Street kid (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
During the filming, the cast was verified as complete, including Geraldine Chaplin, John Benfield, and Hugh Laurie among many others. Jessica Lange played Bette, while Laura Fraser played Mariette, Toby Stephens played Victorin, and Kelly Macdonald played Hortense. The movie received various responses, with reviews from 31 users and 11 critics. It won one award and received one nomination. 
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Bordeaux, Gironde, France
- Latitude: 44.8416106
- Longitude: -0.5810938000000001
- Place ID: ChIJgcpR9-gnVQ0RiXo5ewOGY3k
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Bordeaux, France
- Timezone: Europe/Paris
- Location Name: Rochefort, Charente-Maritime, France
- Latitude: 45.9371788
- Longitude: -0.9620645999999999
- Place ID: ChIJc_87ZfRAAUgR6XVYqyHGPzI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 17300 Rochefort, France
- Timezone: Europe/Paris
- Location Name: Château de Bouilh, Bordeaux, Gironde, France
- Latitude: 45.009408
- Longitude: -0.455691
- Place ID: ChIJLaz5ULIpAEgRtxvXKmMLJgA
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 900 Rte du Bouilh, 33240 Saint-André-de-Cubzac, France
- Timezone: Europe/Paris
