Clarissa

Clarissa is a 1991 drama film based on the 18th century epistolary novel of the same name by Samuel Richardson. Directed by Jacques Rivette, the film stars Delphine Seyrig and Jeanne Balibar. The film follows the story of Clarissa Harlowe, a young woman forced to choose between her family and her lover. It is considered one of Rivette's most accessible works, and has been praised for its lush cinematography, intricate story, and nuanced performances.