
The Lover
Watch Trailer
Set in 1929 French colonial Vietnam, this film explores the complex and forbidden romance between a young French girl, played by Jane March, and a wealthy Chinese man, portrayed by Tony Leung Ka-fai. Their passionate affair unfolds against the backdrop of cultural and societal constraints, highlighting themes of love, desire, and societal boundaries. Directed by Jean-Jacques Annaud, the film is noted for its evocative cinematography and sensual storytelling. While it did not receive major awards, it remains a visually striking and emotionally resonant piece. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:1h 55min
Views:14971
Release:1992
Release Date:1992-01-22
Director:Jean-Jacques Annaud
Actors:Ann Schaufuss, Arnaud Giovaninetti, Frédérique Meininger, Jane March, Jeanne Moreau, Lisa Faulkner, Melvil Poupaud, Philippe Le Dem, Tony Leung Ka-Fai, Xiem Mang
Country:France, United Kingdom, Vietnam
Company:Films A2, Grai Phang Film Studio, Renn Productions
Awards:Nominated for 1 Oscar, 3 wins & 7 nominations total
Worldwide Gross:$5,013,090
TMDB:7.0
Rotten Tomatoes:28%
FilmAffinity:6.4
Your rating:
7.2