Boyfriends and Girlfriends
Boyfriends and Girlfriends

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Boyfriends and Girlfriends

1987
Movie
103 min
French

Middle-class Parisian suburbs: Blanche and Léa, office worker and student, meet and become friends. Léa is going out with Fabien, but is thinking of leaving him. Blanche falls for Léa's handsome and witty friend Alexandre, but is tongue-tied whenever she meets him. Léa goes on holiday and Blanche, still smitten with the dashing Alexandre, begins to get to know Fabien.

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IMDb6.9/10
Director: Éric RohmerGenres: Comedy, Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

Blanche, a young Parisian student, accepts an invitation from her cousin Daphné to spend the summer in Saint-Tropez, hoping for a relaxing holiday. However, her plans for solitude are quickly complicated by Daphné's circle of friends and lovers, including the charismatic but unreliable Pascal. As Blanche navigates the complex web of relationships and her own desires, she finds herself caught between Pascal and another suitor, leading to a series of amusing and sometimes frustrating romantic entanglements.

Critical Reception

Éric Rohmer's 'Boyfriends and Girlfriends' (also known as 'Four Adventures of Reinette and Mirabelle') was generally well-received by critics, often praised for Rohmer's signature naturalistic dialogue and keen observations of human relationships. While perhaps not as widely discussed as some of his other works, it's considered a solid entry in his 'Comedies and Proverbs' series, appreciated for its lighthearted yet insightful exploration of youthful romance and indecision.

What Reviewers Say

  • Rohmer's subtle direction and realistic portrayal of young adults.

  • Appreciated for its witty dialogue and relatable romantic misadventures.

  • Praised for its light, observational style and nuanced character development.

Google audience: While specific Google user ratings are not readily available for this film, typical audience reactions to Éric Rohmer's works often highlight his ability to capture authentic human interactions and the complexities of relationships with a subtle, understated charm.

Fun Fact

Éric Rohmer himself makes a brief appearance in the film as the character 'The Musician'.

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