Lost Illusions (2022) Plot Summary Explained

Release, runtime and language

2022 · 149 min · French (france)

Echo score 87

#10,694 12

Directed by

Xavier Giannoli

Starring

Jeanne Balibar, Cécile De France, Louis-Do de Lencquesaing, André Marcon, Jean-François Stévenin, Gérard Depardieu

Budget

$18.7M

Set in 19th century France, the story follows Lucien de Rubempré, a young man with literary aspirations. Initially struggling to gain recognition as a poet, he is drawn into the competitive world of Parisian journalism. Faced with the temptation of financial stability and social acceptance, Lucien grapples with compromising his artistic ideals. He discovers the potent influence of the press and the moral dilemmas that arise when words are used to manipulate and deceive, ultimately questioning the price of success.