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Hiroshima Mon Amour (1959)

Movie ★ 7.7 92 min

Drama History Romance

The deep conversation between a Japanese architect and a French actress forms the basis of this celebrated French film, considered one of the vanguard productions of the French New Wave. Set in Hiroshima after the end of World War II, the couple -- lovers turned friends -- recount, over many hours, previous romances and life experiences. The two intertwine their stories about the past with pondering the devastation wrought by the atomic bomb dropped on the city.

Alain Resnais Director

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Quick facts

Released
June 10, 1959
Runtime
92 min
Rating
NR
Box office
$3,193
IMDb
tt0052893
Country
France, Japan
Language
English, French, Japanese
Studio
Argos films, Como Films, Daiei Film, Pathé Overseas

Themes

Cast

Emmanuelle Riva Emmanuelle Riva Elle Eiji Okada Eiji Okada Lui Stella Dassas Stella Dassas Mother Pierre Barbaud Pierre Barbaud Father Bernard Fresson Bernard Fresson German Lover

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Frequently asked questions

What is Hiroshima Mon Amour about?
The deep conversation between a Japanese architect and a French actress forms the basis of this celebrated French film, considered one of the vanguard productions of the French New Wave. Set in Hiroshima after the end of World War II, the couple -- lovers turned friends -- recount, over many hours, previous romances and life experiences. The two intertwine their stories about the past with pondering the devastation wrought by the atomic bomb dropped on the city.
Who directed Hiroshima Mon Amour?
Hiroshima Mon Amour was directed by Alain Resnais.
Who stars in Hiroshima Mon Amour?
Hiroshima Mon Amour stars Emmanuelle Riva, Eiji Okada, Stella Dassas, Pierre Barbaud.
When was Hiroshima Mon Amour released?
Hiroshima Mon Amour is a 1959 drama, history, romance film.
Where can I watch Hiroshima Mon Amour?
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