Sentimental Destinies (2000)

Name: Sentimental Destinies
Genre: Drama, Romance
Released: 2000
Duration: 180 min
Rating: 5.5
Cast: Emmanuelle Béart, Charles Berling, Isabelle Huppert, Olivier Perrier, Dominique Reymond

3h France, Switzerland

Drama Romance

Plot

Set in late 19th-century Charante, Protestant minister Jean Barnery stirs controversy by seeking a separation from his possessive wife. As societal norms begin to shift, he embarks on a passionate affair with his lover, navigating the complexities of love amid turbulent times. Their relationship faces challenges, yet they strive to maintain their bond despite the upheaval surrounding them. The story delves into themes of love, desire, and the struggle for personal freedom against the backdrop of a changing world.

Cast

Emmanuelle Béart Charles Berling Isabelle Huppert Olivier Perrier Dominique Reymond André Marcon Alexandra London Julie Depardieu Louis-Do de Lencquesaing Mia Hansen-Løve Pascal Bongard Didier Flamand Jean-Baptiste Malartre Nicolas Pignon Catherine Mouchet