Cast
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Marthe Keller
as Sarah / Her Mother / Her Grandmother
André Dussollier
as Simon
Charles Denner
as Sarah's Father / Operator / Sarah's Grandfather
Carla Gravina
as Sarah's Italian Girlfriend
Charles Gérard
as Simon's Friend
Gilbert Bécaud
as Self
Daniel Boulanger
as General
André Falcon
as Lawyer
Nathalie Courval
as Lawyer's Wife
Judith Magre
as David Goldman's mother
Annie Kerani
as Simon's Woman
Maria Pia Conte
as
Élie Chouraqui
as Paul, unionist
Gérard Sire
as Journaliste à la radio/homme de main du père de Sarah
Crew
Director
- Claude Lelouch
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, And Now My Love examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Claude Lelouch brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1974, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of And Now My Love took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 150 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 193 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 9 months to complete.
- The film contains approximately 1838 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 1974, when this film was released:
- Economic recession and oil crises were affecting global economies.
- The Watergate scandal changed public perception of political institutions.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 15, 1974
- Runtime: 2h 30m