The Umbrellas of Cherbourg is a romantic drama set in 1950s Cherbourg, France. It tells the story of two young lovers, Geneviève and Guy, who are separated when Guy is drafted into French military service. The film follows their struggles to hold onto their love and dreams amidst the challenges of war and distance. The story is told entirely through song, creating a unique and enchanting cinematic experience.
The Young Girls of Rochefort is a lively and whimsical musical comedy set in the charming seaside town of Rochefort, France. The story revolves around twin sisters Delphine and Solange, who dream of finding true love and happiness. As the town prepares for a carnival, the sisters encounter various romantic possibilities, mistaken identities, and unexpected reunions. With lively music, colorful dance numbers, and a touch of mystery, the film celebrates the joy and excitement of young love.
A princess's mother dies, and her father, the king, becomes lonely. He decides to marry his own daughter, so the princess disguises herself as a donkey to escape. With the help of a fairy godmother and a talking parrot, she finds love and happiness.
The Seven Deadly Sins is a comedy movie set in France during the French New Wave. It consists of various sketches that portray the sins of avarice, lust, anger, envy, pride, gourmet, and laziness.
Lady Oscar is a tomboyish girl who is raised as a man and serves as the leader of the French royal guard. She faces challenges and struggles in a society divided by class and gender, as she fights against the injustices of the French monarchy and seeks justice for the oppressed.
Model Shop is a drama and romance film set in 1960s Los Angeles. The story follows a young man as he navigates through the city, facing loneliness and the complexities of relationships. He finds solace in a model shop and forms a connection with a female protagonist. The film explores themes of infidelity, love, and hopelessness.
Lola is a 14-year-old girl who falls in love with a US Navy sailor in a seaside town in France. As she navigates her first experience with love, she also grapples with the challenges of single motherhood and the complexities of relationships. Set in the 1960s, Lola's story unfolds against the backdrop of a vibrant coastal community.
A man named Marco Mazetti finds himself pregnant after a gynecologist's mistake. As news spreads, he faces public scrutiny and challenges to his right to choose. Marco deals with the societal expectations of gender roles and his own personal anxieties. With the support of his partner, Marco navigates the complexities of his situation, all while grappling with the implications for women's rights and freedom of choice.
Bay of Angels tells the story of Jean, a compulsive gambler, who falls in love with Jackie, a platinum blonde. Their relationship takes them on a rollercoaster ride of love and obsession, set against the backdrop of the beautiful French Riviera. As their love deepens, they face challenges of gambling addiction, jealousy, and societal judgments. Will their love survive against all odds?
In a town suffering from a rat infestation, a mysterious piper offers to rid the town of the pests in exchange for payment. When the town refuses to pay, the piper seeks revenge in a twisted and magical way.
Rock star Orpheus writes love songs for Eurydice, who designs his album covers. Torn between her and his sound engineer, Calaïs, he discovers Eurydice has died of an overdose. Desperate, he descends into the Underworld to bargain with Hades.
A young man falls in love with a baroness while dealing with the political unrest in 1950s France. Their relationship is complicated by the disapproval of his mother and the class difference between them. The story takes place against the backdrop of a strike and protests. Tragedy strikes when the protagonist dies, leaving his love and their unborn child behind.
This short film by Jacques Demy was based on his memories of growing up in Nantes, France. While it was initially made for the omnibus film THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS (as the segment on "Lust"), it has also been distributed and exhibited separately.
Yves Montand, playing himself, returns to his hometown of Marseilles to appear in an autobiographical musical. Once there, he searches for the barmaid he once loved and also encounters young hopeful Marion, giving her the chance of a lifetime
With ghostly eyes looking through the winter landscapes of the plains and villages of Ain, where the sanctified priest the Curé of Ars once lived, Jacques Demy tried to understand this fighter for communal spirituality and his daily torments of mysticism.
On a winter night, the author of "The King and the Mockingbird" is visited by the cartoon characters he created in his studio. Along with a little clown, he screens a selection of his favorite shorts
An adaptation of Jean Cocteau's play of a woman lecturing her indifferent lover.
This is October 1955. The place is a village in Loire-Atlantique, La Chapelle-Basse-Mer, where an old clog-maker works and lives with his wife and their adopted son. The clog-maker's meticulous craft is described with love and close attention to detail. On the other hand, forthcoming death pervades the quiet everyday life of the elderly couple.
A man dreams he is in a wax museum after it is closed for the night.The statues come to life and behave in mysterious ways.