# The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964)

> A fully sung French romance follows two young lovers whose devotion is tested by military service, family pressure, and the quiet demands of adult security.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/3338

## Facts

- Runtime: 93 min
- Genres: Drama, Romance
- Director: Jacques Demy
- Cast: Catherine Deneuve, Nino Castelnuovo, Anne Vernon, Mireille Perrey, Marc Michel, Ellen Farner, Jean Champion, Jean-Pierre Dorat
- TMDB rating: 7.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0058450/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: wistful, melancholic, romantic, romantic evening, classic cinema night

## Synopsis

A poignant tale of love and longing set against the backdrop of a vibrant French town.

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