Lost Illusions

A lush, slow-burning immersion into 19th-century Parisian literary society, rich in detail and moral compromise, leaving a bittersweet aftertaste.

Directed by

Xavier Giannoli

Genres

Drama, Romance, History

Starring

Benjamin Voisin, Cécile de France, Vincent Lacoste

Tagline

Criticism is easy, and art is difficult

Overview

Lucien de Rubempré, a young, lower-class poet, leaves his family's printing house for Paris. Soon, he learns the dark side of the arts business as he tries to stay true to his dreams.

How it feels

Melancholic, satirical, cynical and tense. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Ambition, corruption, betrayal, class

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

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

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