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Movie Overview
The Lover is a Drama, Romance film. It has an IMDb rating of 7/10, based on 706 votes.
Directed by: Jean-Jacques Annaud
Produced by: Claude Berri, Timothy Burrill, Jacques Tronel
Storyline
A poor French teenage girl engages in an illicit affair with a wealthy Chinese heir in 1920s Saigon. For the first time in her young life she has control, and she wields it deftly over her besotted lover throughout a series of clandestine meetings and torrid encounters.
Quick Facts
| Release Date | 1992-01-22 |
|---|---|
| Runtime | 115 minutes |
| Budget | N/A |
| Box Office | $5,013,090 |
| Languages | 普通话, English |
Cast & Characters
The film features remarkable performances by the following actors:
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Jane March | The Young Girl |
| Tony Leung Ka-Fai | The Chinaman |
| Frédérique Meininger | The Mother |
| Arnaud Giovaninetti | The Elder Brother |
| Melvil Poupaud | The Younger Brother |
| Lisa Faulkner | Helene Lagonelle |
| Jeanne Moreau | Narrator |
| Xiem Mang | The Chinaman's Father |
| Philippe Le Dem | The French Teacher |
| Ann Schaufuss | Anne-Marie Stretter |
Production Details
| Production Companies | Timothy Burrill Productions, Renn Productions, Grai Phang Film Studio, Films A2 |
|---|---|
| Filming Locations | France, United Kingdom, Vietnam |
| Cinematographers | N/A |
Critical Reception
This movie currently has an IMDb rating of 7/10, based on 706 votes. Reviews reflect audience appreciation of its unique qualities.
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Why Watch?
If you’re a fan of Drama, Romance, The Lover is highly recommended. From its performances to its unique storytelling, it’s bound to leave an impression.
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