Ophélia is a French drama directed by Claude Chabrol. The story revolves around the young man, Julien (played by Andre Jocelyn), who is devastated by his father's death. He becomes even more furious when his mother, Helene (played by Francoise Prevost), remarries his father's brother, Uncle Charles (played by Jean-Claude Brialy), who is wealthy and generous to the family.
Julien feels betrayed by his mother, who he believes has married his uncle for financial reasons. He starts to resent Uncle Charles and becomes increasingly hostile towards him. However, Charles does his best to be a good stepfather and tries to establish a friendly relationship with Julien.
As the story progresses, tensions arise within the family, and secrets are revealed, leading to a tragic and unexpected ending. Ophélia is a powerful and emotionally charged drama that delves into the complicated dynamics of a family torn apart by grief, secrets, and betrayal.
