Les baisers
Les baisers

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Les baisers

1964
Movie
97 min
French

A portmanteau film in which the producer, instead of as usual using already well known directors with a commercial draw, allowed five new young directors to each have a crack at an episode about romance.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: VariousGenres: Comedy, Romance, Anthology

Plot Summary

This anthology film features four distinct stories, each exploring a different facet of love and romance. From youthful infatuation to more mature relationships, the segments delve into the complexities and joys of human connection. The film offers a lighthearted and sometimes poignant look at the various ways people express affection and navigate romantic entanglements.

Critical Reception

A mixed bag upon release, 'Les baisers' (also known as 'The Kisses') was seen as a charming but somewhat uneven anthology. While some segments were praised for their wit and performances, others were found to be less engaging. Critically, it received a generally moderate reception, with audiences finding it a pleasant, albeit forgettable, diversion.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is often praised for its star power, particularly the presence of Alain Delon and Romy Schneider.

  • Some segments are highlighted for their comedic timing and exploration of romantic themes.

  • Overall, it's considered a light and generally enjoyable, though not particularly groundbreaking, cinematic experience.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available for this older film, but general sentiment suggests it was viewed as a pleasant romantic comedy anthology.

Fun Fact

The film is notable for reuniting Alain Delon and Romy Schneider, who were a famous romantic couple in real life and had previously starred together in 'La Piscine' (1969) and 'Sissi' (1955) and its sequels, though 'La Piscine' was not released until 1969 and this film predates it.

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