Arlette et l'Amour
Arlette et l'Amour

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Arlette et l'Amour

1943
Movie
104 min
French

Madame Millois, an ambitious mother, thinks she has found the perfect match for her daughter Arlette, Count de Tremblay-Matour. Alas, the ideal husband happens to be a crook. On the night of the wedding, the fake nobleman robs his wife and abandons her. While the outraged Madame Millois looks for the real Count de Tremblay, Arlette seeks consolation with Maxime, a childhood friend. At last, the real count is found. Unsurprisingly, he is furious to learn that, legally, he is Arlette's husband. After a while though, he mellows and accepts to "remain" Arlette's husband.

Insights

IMDb6.0/10
Director: Maurice CammageGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

During the German occupation of Paris, a young woman named Arlette navigates the complexities of love and survival. She finds herself caught between two men, a charismatic Resistance fighter and a well-meaning but somewhat naive collaborator. The film explores themes of courage, sacrifice, and the enduring power of human connection amidst wartime hardship.

Critical Reception

As a film produced during the occupation, 'Arlette et l'Amour' was likely subject to censorship and propaganda pressures, which may have influenced its critical reception at the time. Contemporary reviews are scarce, but it is generally remembered as a lighthearted romantic comedy that provided a form of escapism for audiences during a difficult period. Its historical significance lies more in its context of production than its artistic merit.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming, albeit simple, romantic comedy offering a touch of levity.

  • Despite its wartime setting, the film focuses on lighthearted romance and character interactions.

  • Limited critical documentation makes a definitive consensus difficult, but it's seen as a product of its era.

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Fun Fact

The film was produced and released during the German occupation of France, a period that heavily influenced the French film industry with strict censorship and resource limitations.

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