The Cousins

Les Cousins
The Cousins
Genres: Drama
Rating: 6.7
Language: fr
Year:1959
Country:FR
Runtime: 1h 52min
Tags: bookshop, celebration, cousin, decadence, drunkenness, law student, nouvelle vague, paris, france

Where to watch:

Criterion Channel (Criterion Channel)

Description:

The movie revolves around the contrasting lives of two cousins in Paris as they navigate love and self-discovery amidst the vibrant city's alluring charms. Timid and focused Charles, new to Paris and studying law, finds himself in a world far removed from his provincial upbringing when he moves in with his bohemian cousin Paul. Unfazed by societal norms and dedicated to indulging in the pleasures life has to offer, Paul exposes Charles to a glamorous side of Parisian life, providing an exhilarating break from law books.As Charles' infatuation for Florence, one of Paul's acquaintances, deepens, so do the complexities of their relationships. The once rigid divide between the two cousins begins to blur, prompting them to question their values and ambitions. Amidst the backdrop of the charming cityscape, the movie delves into themes of identity, personal growth, and the consequences of embracing or resisting temptation, as Charles and Paul learn to balance their desires with reality.

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