While trying to raise money to prevent his car from being repossessed, George is attracted to Lola, a Frenchwoman who works in a "model shop", an establishment that rents out beautiful pin-up models to photographers. George spends his last twelve dollars to photograph Lola, and discovers that she is as unhappy as he.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →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: Jacques Demy
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.
Gary Lockwood
George Matthews
Anouk Aimée
Lola aka Cecile
Alexandra Hay
Gloria
Carol Cole
Barbara
Tom Holland
Gerry
Severn Darden
Camera Shop Owner
Neil Elliot
Fred
Jacqueline Mille
Model No. 1
Duke Hobbie
David
Anne Randall
Model No. 2
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