Les Dieux du dimanche

A gentle, old-fashioned character study that traces a man's rise and fall with quiet warmth and a touch of melancholy.

Directed by

René Lucot

Starring

Claire Mafféi, Marc Cassot, Alexandre Rignault

Overview

A soccer enthusiast like his father, Martin Lambert is the (gifted) goalkeeper of the local team. He falls in love with Jeanette and soon marries her. Alongside a happy marital life, Martin becomes a successful professional. Which proves a mixed blessing since fame makes him vain and haughty and his marriage gets seriously affected. But the Second World War breaks out and Martin is drafted. Taken prisoner a few months later, he is sent to a camp. When he is released, he tries resume his career but his wounds hurt too much and he has to give in. But not soccer: he will now proudly train young shoots.

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest and warm. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Ambition, family, love, war

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

Your rating is saved. See your suggestions, or find titles like this one below.

Rate it, and Mesmero finds titles that feel like it. You do not need an account.

Search YouTube for a trailer (opens in a new tab)