Confession of a Child of the Century

Confession of a Child of the Century

2012 · 120 min · ★ 4.5 · Drama

Paris, 1830: Octave, betrayed by his mistress, sinks into despair and debauchery. His father's death leads him to the country where he meets Brigitte, a widow who is ten years his elder. Octave falls in love passionately, but will he have the courage to believe in it?

Directed by Sylvie Verheyde · Written by Sylvie Verheyde

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