A Summer in St. Tropez
A Summer in St. Tropez

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A Summer in St. Tropez

1983
Movie
59 min
French

In an isolated country house close to the shore near Saint-Tropez, seven young women share a bedroom. Over two days, they wake, shower, breakfast, play dress up, bathe in the sea, picnic, ride bikes, pick flowers, have a pillow fight, run on the strand, practice ballet stretches, groom themselves and each other, and laugh. Anne returns a horse to Renaud; the next day, he's in a rowboat and meets her by the pier. By the film's end, all are celebrating with the lovers.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Daniel VigneGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In the glamorous St. Tropez of the 1950s, a young woman named Camille arrives with her new husband, wealthy industrialist Antoine. While Camille yearns for a simple life, Antoine is entangled in the superficial world of the rich and famous. As Camille navigates this opulent but hollow society, she finds herself drawn to a charismatic local artist, creating a tension between her desires and her marital obligations.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'A Summer in St. Tropez' received a mixed reception. Critics often praised its picturesque setting and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Brigitte Fossey. However, some found the narrative to be somewhat predictable and lacking in deeper emotional resonance, while audiences were generally captivated by the romantic storyline and the idyllic portrayal of the French Riviera.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually appealing with a stunning depiction of 1950s St. Tropez.

  • Brigitte Fossey delivers a compelling performance as a woman torn between duty and desire.

  • The romantic drama offers a pleasant, albeit somewhat conventional, escape.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'A Summer in St. Tropez' is not widely documented on Google reviews, but general sentiment often points to its charming romantic plot and beautiful scenery as highlights.

Fun Fact

The film captures the early days of St. Tropez's transformation into a playground for the rich and famous, a stark contrast to its earlier life as a quiet fishing village.

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