Manon Lescaut (2013)

Plot

Set in Amiens in 1713, Des Grieux, a wise and noble student on the brink of a promising career as a rhetoric teacher and future knight of the Order of Malta, finds his life forever changed upon meeting Manon Lescaut, a beautiful commoner and candle maker's daughter. Their immediate, passionate connection transcends social boundaries, igniting an intense love that challenges their destinies. As they navigate the complexities of their differing backgrounds, the irresistible pull of love propels them into a tumultuous journey filled with desire and sacrifice.