The Lovers on the Bridge

The Lovers on the Bridge

Romance... In a most unlikely place.

R 1991 · 126 min · ★ 7.4 · Drama, Romance

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.

Directed by Leos Carax · Written by Leos Carax

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

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