Lost Illusions
— Criticism is easy, and art is difficult
2021
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Lost Illusions
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Lucien de Rubempré, a young, lower-class poet, leaves his family's printing house for Paris. Soon, he learns the dark side of the arts business as he tries to stay true to his dreams.
Countries:
FR
Languages:
French
Runtime:
2hrs 29min
Status:
Released
Release date:
2021-10-20
Release format:
Streaming
— Sep 24, 2021
Like a steak covered in gold leaf, it's sumptuous while a little too copious. Still, it's served with panache and where else are you going to find such lavish decadence
Based on a French novel by Honoré de Balzac (published 1837), Lost Illusions is proof that writing fake news in order to gaslight a readership for the purpose of generating ad revenue is as old as journalism itself. (They even had carrier pigeons as the internet, apparently.)
The film is wholly entertaining, and while its predictability weakens its emotional impact, the cast deliver a rewarding viewing experience. (Cécile de France is a light that makes whatever project she graces with her presence shine, and Xavier Dolan's acting prowess is almost good enough to make you forget he's one of the best directors working today. Almost.)
Invite yourself to the feast but come a little hungry and prepare to be sated.