This lavish adaptation of a Balzac novel takes place in 19th-century France. An aspiring poet leaves his provincial town to try his luck in Paris, but soon gets redirected into the morally compromised world of journalism.
France/Belgium, 2021, Xavier Giannoli
Winner of seven César Awards (French Oscars) including Best Picture, this lavish adaptation of a Balzac novel takes place in 19th-century France. An aspiring poet leaves his provincial town to try his luck in Paris, but soon gets redirected into the morally compromised world of journalism, making and breaking the reputations of actors and artists. Cécile de France, Xavier Dolan, Jeanne Balibar, and Gérard Depardieu star. Cleveland premiere. Subtitles. DCP. 150 min. Special admission $12; members, CIA & CSU I.D. holders, and those age 25 & under $9. No passes. www.musicboxfilms.com/film/lost-illusions/
Special admission $12; members, CIA & CSU I.D. holders, and those age 25 & under $9.
No passes or twofers.
Advance tickets advised.
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2022/07/23 - 2022/07/24
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