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13 Days in France
This colorful documentary chronicles the events of the 1968 Winter Olympics in France. The events made international celebrities of skater Peggy Fleming and skier Jean-Claude Killy for their gold-medal performances. The camera accurately catches the speed of bobsleds and downhill racers and ski jumpers as they race for the gold. President Charles DeGaulle is shown observing the action over 13 days, which saw France earn the best performance to date in the winter games.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy industrialist and his younger wife vacation in the French Riviera, where their strained relationship is tested by the appearance of a charismatic young man. As the wife becomes entangled with the newcomer, the husband grapples with his own insecurities and the future of their marriage. The film explores themes of love, infidelity, and the superficiality of high society.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, '13 Days in France' received mixed reviews. While some critics praised its visual style and the performances of its lead actors, others found the narrative to be somewhat predictable and lacking in depth. Audiences were generally divided, with some appreciating its romantic drama elements and others finding it too leisurely paced.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its evocative cinematography capturing the beauty of the French Riviera.
Noted for the strong performances, particularly from Sandra Milo.
Criticized by some for a conventional plot that offered few surprises.
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Fun Fact
Claude Lelouch famously shot much of his films, including '13 Days in France,' with a handheld camera, contributing to a sense of spontaneity and realism.
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