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Romance... In a most unlikely place. - The Lovers on the Bridge
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Title: The Lovers on the Bridge

Release Date: 16 Oct 1991

Runtime: 2h 5m

Genre: Drama, Romance

Director: Les Films Christian Fechner, Films A2, Gaumont International

Production Companies: Les Films Christian Fechner, Films A2, Gaumont International

Overview: Set against Paris' oldest bridge, the Pont Neuf, while it was closed for repairs, this film is a love story between two young vagrants: Alex, a would be circus performer addicted to alcohol and sedatives and Michele, a painter driven to a life on the streets because of a failed relationship and an affliction which is slowly turning her blind.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 7.4 (324 votes)

Cast

  • Michèle Stalens: Juliette Binoche
  • Alex: Denis Lavant
  • Hans: Klaus-Michael Grüber
  • Couple in car: Édith Scob
  • Couple in car: Georges Aperghis
  • Alex's friend: Daniel Buain
  • Marion: Marion Stalens
  • Julien: Chrichan Larsson
  • Sailor / Barge operator: Paulette Berthonnier
  • Sailor / Barge operator: Roger Berthonnier
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