In the Belleville district, aging Holocaust survivor and former streetwalker Madame Rosa (Simone Signoret) now boards the children of prostitutes-and offers surprisingly special care to the Algerian Momo (Samy Ben-Youb), whom she ensures Muslim instruction. Her bond with this problematic charge gets tested by her own declining health, in this Foreign Language Film Oscar-winner from France. Michal Bat-Adam, Claude Dauphin, Costa-Gavras also star. 105 min. Widescreen; Soundtrack: French; Subtitles: English; audio commentary. In French with English subtitles.
"Madame Rosa" (1977) is a poignant and powerful drama available on Blu-Ray from Kino Classics, renowned for their dedication to restoring and distributing classic cinema. The film tells the story of Madame Rosa, an aging Holocaust survivor who cares for the children of prostitutes in Paris. Simone Signoret delivers a mesmerizing performance as Madame Rosa, earning her an Academy Award for Best Actress?one of her most celebrated roles after acclaimed performances in "Room at the Top" and "Les Diaboliques." Directed by Moshé Mizrahi, whose sensitive storytelling also won him an Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film, this adaptation of Romain Gary's novel stands out as a masterpiece. Notable contributors include Samy Ben Youb as Momo and Michel Bouquet in supporting roles; both actors have distinguished themselves across French cinema with numerous accolades. Kino Classics continues its tradition of excellence by presenting this emotionally rich film with restored visuals and insightful extras.