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Islanders Reflect on 50 Years of 'Adèle H.'

6/22/2025

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Islanders who contributed to the 1975 film "The Story of Adèle H." are encouraged to reminisce and share their experiences as the film celebrates its 50th anniversary. This Oscar-nominated gem, filmed in Guernsey and centered on Victor Hugo's daughter, will inspire a new short film crafted from these cherished memories by the Victor Hugo Centre.

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Story summary

Islanders who contributed to the 1975 film "The Story of Adèle H." are encouraged to reminisce and share their experiences as the film celebrates its 50th anniversary. This Oscar-nominated gem, filmed in Guernsey and centered on Victor Hugo's daughter, will inspire a new short film crafted from these cherished memories by the Victor Hugo Centre.