The Shore (1983 film)

The Shore is a 1983 French-Portuguese drama film directed by Christine Pascal. The film stars Pascale Ogier, Gerard Blain, and Myriam Boyer. It tells the story of Marie, a young woman who returns to her seaside hometown after several years away. She finds her father has remarried, and she struggles to reconnect with him and adapt to the changes in her life and community. The film explores themes of family, identity, loss, and the passage of time. The Shore was nominated for a César Award for Best First Work. It is considered a significant work in Pascal's filmography, often noted for its melancholic atmosphere and understated performances.