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The Lover (1992)

"She gave her innocence, her passion, her body. The one thing she couldn't give was her love."

7.019921h 55mFR
DramaRomance

Directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

1h 55m

Language

FR

Release

January 22, 1992

Director

Jean-Jacques Annaud

Official Trailer

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Overview

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.

Cast

Jane March

Jane March

The Young Girl

Tony Leung Ka-fai

Tony Leung Ka-fai

The Chinaman

Frédérique Meininger

Frédérique Meininger

The Mother

Arnaud Giovaninetti

Arnaud Giovaninetti

The Elder Brother

Melvil Poupaud

Melvil Poupaud

The Younger Brother

Lisa Faulkner

Lisa Faulkner

Helene Lagonelle

Jeanne Moreau

Jeanne Moreau

Narrator (voice)

Xiem Mang

Xiem Mang

The Chinaman's Father

Philippe Le Dem

Philippe Le Dem

The French Teacher

Ann Schaufuss

Ann Schaufuss

Anne-Marie Stretter

Tania Torrens

Tania Torrens

The Principal

Espérance Pham Thai Lan

Espérance Pham Thai Lan

Femme

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Lover (1992), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

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.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Lover. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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