Juliette Binoche, Denis Lavant

Set against Paris' oldest bridge, the Pont Neuf, while it was closed for repairs, this film is a love story between two young vagrants: Alex, a would be circus performer addicted to alcohol and sedati...( read more  read more... )ves and Michele, a painter driven to a life on the streets because of a failed relationship and an affliction which is slowly turning her blind. The film portrays the harsh existence of the homeless as Alex, Michele and Hans, an older vagrant survive on the streets with their wits. As they both slowly get their lives back together, Michele becomes increasingly dependent on Alex as her vision deteriorates further. Fearing that Michele will leave him if she receives a new medical treatment Alex attempts to keep Michele practically a prisoner. The streets, skies and waterways of Paris are used as a backdrop to the story in a series of stunning visuals which dominate the film.

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R, 2 hrs. 5 min.

Directed by: Leos Carax

Release Date: July 2, 1999

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DVD Release Date: January 13, 2004

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  • September 26, 2009
    Umm, Great? I haven't seen a film as unabashedly romantic as maybe Sunrise. Binoche is so much better here since she's not kept under wraps like in Mauvais Sang. I didn't even notice the parallels to L'Atalante until the ending.
  • November 1, 2009
    Simple story, but I adore it. Beautiful shots of the Pont Neuf bridge & Paris. And the water skiiing at night scene was absolutely gorgeous.... the water, the fireworks, Paris, soooo romantic. See it with the one u love.
  • October 29, 2009
    Ne pas se fier à la couverture du DVD, ni même au titre. Surtout pas. Le Pont-Neuf, il est en reconstruction et les amants, ce sont des clochards. Une peintre qui devient aveugle et une sorte d'acrobate un peu fêlé. Et parlez-moi d'une romance qui a du coeur au ventre, de prises ...( read more)de vues magnifiques et de personnages bien en chair.

    Je ne pourrais pas dire si ce film est déprimant, parce que les situations ont quelque chose d'horrible et que le bonheur n'est heureusement jamais servi à l'emporte-pièce, mais en tous cas l'impression qu'il laisse est assez forte et somme toute agréable. Si vous voulez voir un film audacieux et superbement réalisé, je recommande définitivement.
  • September 9, 2009
    this is what they called unconditional love.. no matter who you are as long you understand each other so sweet and romantic..They spend their days and nights on a bridge... Binoche is really good. one of my favorites. this film captures my heart. less effort for the setting and ...( read more)production because it was all shoot on the bridge but the story wow almost heaven when im watching it. am very thankful for the subtitle =D the passion of love emphasize here. want to go to paris lovely lovely place soft and relaxing.
  • September 5, 2009
    Solid acting, beautiful scenery and camera work but left me a bit disappointed.
  • December 29, 2008
    "Les gens qui sont dans nos rêves la nuit faudrait toujours les appeler le matin au réveil. La vie serait plus simple"
  • December 15, 2008
    Juliette Binoche in a romantic French film? IT CAN'T BE!
  • December 15, 2008
    not thanks not my thing
  • December 11, 2008
    Juliette Binoche runs nakedly along the sunset beach water scene while holding naked running Denis Lavant boner behind.
  • November 10, 2008
    incredibly beautifull.

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