Cornerhouse

Showing as part of Matinee Classics

Lovingly recreating the Parisian theatres of the early 19th century, Les Enfants du paradis in an intoxicating story of devotion and unrequited love. Produced under arduous conditions during the German occupation of France during WWII, this is a much-loved classic of French cinema. The film’s impressive credentials include a Jacques Prévert script; direction from Marcel Carné; and a wonderful performance from Arletty as the enigmatic Garance.

All screenings include a 10 minute interval

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Cast: Arletty, Jean-Louis Barrault, Pierre Brasseur, Marcel Harrand
Country: France
Year: 1945
Subtitles: Full English