Hold on to the Clouds
Hold on to the Clouds

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Hold on to the Clouds

1971
Movie
167 min
Russian

In 1919, in Petrograd, a pilot Sevastyanov was asked to help in training flight personnel for the young Hungarian republic, together with a Hungarian journalist he makes a desperate, with many adventures, flight across the front to Hungary ...

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Jean-François AdamGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young man, Pierre, finds himself drawn into a complex and emotionally charged relationship with a married older woman, Marianne. Their affair unfolds against a backdrop of societal expectations and personal desires, exploring themes of love, disillusionment, and the search for meaning. As their connection deepens, they must confront the consequences of their choices and the uncertainties of their future together.

Critical Reception

The film was met with mixed to positive reviews, praised for its nuanced performances and atmospheric portrayal of romantic entanglement, though some critics found its pacing deliberate. It is often seen as a melancholic exploration of adult relationships.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its subtle exploration of complex relationships.

  • Lauded for strong performances, particularly from its lead actors.

  • Noted for its introspective and somewhat melancholic tone.

Google audience: Audience reception data for "Hold on to the Clouds" is not readily available on Google platforms.

Fun Fact

The film marked the directorial debut of actor Jean-François Adam, who also stars in the movie.

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