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Simple Passion

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2021 · 1h 39m · Drama, Romance · Belgium, France · Rated 18 (GB)

A man and a woman are brought together by chance for several months. He is younger than she is, married, Russian, officially a diplomat stationed in Paris. She is a beautiful teacher and researcher, with her feet firmly on the ground. The film follows the evolution of their love, from the beginning to end.

Directed by
Danielle Arbid
Based on the novel by
Annie Ernaux
Starring
Laetitia Dosch, Sergei Polunin, Lou-Teymour Thion, Caroline Ducey
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based on novel or bookliterature professorlove affairsingle mother
Rating18 (GB)

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