Two Autumns in Paris
Two Autumns in Paris

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Two Autumns in Paris

2019
Movie
100 min
Spanish

A striking political activist and refugee from Paraguay escapes to Paris and falls in love with a rich law student changing their lives forever. The beauty of their love is challenged by a fervent devotion to fighting for a cause. "Two Autumns in Paris" has won more than 130 awards and was the most awarded Venezuelan film of 2020. A historic examination of class, refugees, and political rebellion that subtly speaks in parallel to the world today. Its turbulent romance set with the background of the 'City of Love'.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Director: Gheorghe UrsuGenres: Drama, War

Plot Summary

Set against the backdrop of World War II, the film follows the story of a young woman caught in the complex web of wartime loyalties and personal sacrifice. As she navigates the dangers of occupied Paris, she finds herself torn between her ideals and the harsh realities of survival. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and resilience in a time of immense upheaval.

Critical Reception

"Two Autumns in Paris" received a mixed to positive reception, with many critics praising its atmospheric portrayal of wartime Paris and strong performances. However, some found the pacing to be uneven, and certain narrative elements were criticized for being overly melodramatic. Audiences generally responded well to the film's emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its evocative depiction of a war-torn city.

  • Applauded for the compelling performances of its lead actors.

  • Some found the plot to be predictable and its emotional beats occasionally heavy-handed.

Google audience: Audience feedback on Google is limited, but generally indicates appreciation for the film's dramatic storyline and historical setting.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in several historically significant areas of Paris, aiming for an authentic period feel.

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TMDB Reviews

3 reviews
Francisco Villarroel

Francisco Villar...

It is a very well done movie. The story catches you immediately. The main female character is extraordinary done.

mundoterrorzombie

mundoterrorzombi...

Endless twists and curve balls are thrown at the audience in Two Autumns in Paris, a political drama centered around Antonio, a wealthy upper-class young man who came to France to acquire his education, and Maria Teresa, a Paraguayan politi...

Francisco Villarroel

Francisco Villar...

Review of the film "Two autumns in Paris" by Eurasia Film Festival. This is a love story of two people from Latin America, which takes place in Paris. This film has a simple storyline, but contains many meanings: love, politics, future, pa...