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Lost Illusions
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Lost Illusions

2021 · 149 min Drama Romance History
7.4 / 10 · TMDB

Lucien de Rubempré, a young, lower-class poet, leaves his family's printing house for Paris. Soon, he learns the dark side of the arts business as he tries to stay true to his dreams.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Xavier Giannoli

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Benjamin Voisin

Benjamin Voisin

Lucien de Rubempré

Cécile de France

Cécile de France

Louise de Bargeton

Vincent Lacoste

Vincent Lacoste

Étienne Lousteau

Xavier Dolan

Xavier Dolan

Nathan d'Anastazio

Salomé Dewaels

Salomé Dewaels

Coralie

Jeanne Balibar

Jeanne Balibar

Marquise d'Espard

André Marcon

André Marcon

Baron du Châtelet

Louis-Do de Lencquesaing

Louis-Do de Lencquesaing

Finot

Gérard Depardieu

Gérard Depardieu

Dauriat

Jean-François Stévenin

Jean-François Stévenin

Singali

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