Characters & Themes
Three Years (1990) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 1990 · 93 mins · French
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- Directed by
- Fabrice Cazeneuve
- Starring
- Lucas Belvaux, Sabine Azéma, Jacques Villeret, Jean-Marie Winling, Maryline Even, Gérard Dauzat
Set in the aftermath of France’s 1870 defeat, Julia spends three years slowly falling for Alexander, ultimately marrying him primarily for his fortune. When she finally gathers the courage to confess her love, Alexander reveals that his own passion has faded, leaving her hopes shattered.
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