Notorious Woman (1974)
The incredible life of novelist George Sand is explored with a particular focus on her romance with the famed musician Frédéric Chopin.
Season 1 - 7 Episodes
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S1E1 - 03/11/74 - Misalliance
Aurore Dupin, who later became known as George Sand, was one of the most successful French...
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S1E2 - 10/11/74 - Success
After nine years of an unhappy marriage Aurore Dudevant has left her husband and two children...
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S1E3 - 17/11/74 - Conflict
Aurore Dudevant has left her husband and two children; achieved literary success in Paris and...
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S1E4 - 24/11/74 - Trial
George Sand's 13-year-old marriage to Casimir has now degenerated beyond repair.
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S1E5 - 01/12/74 - Prelude
Having just met the young Polish composer, Chopin, George Sand is determined to know him better.
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S1E6 - 08/12/74 - Sonata
George Sand has settled down with Chopin, but her children are growing up and causing problems.
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S1E7 - 15/12/74 - Resolution
In a France torn with political unrest, George Sand is notorious both for her private behaviour...
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