From the Land of the Moon

From the Land of the Moon is a 2016 French drama film directed by Nicole Garcia. The movie follows the story of Gabrielle, a young woman living in rural France in the 1950s who dreams of a more passionate life, much to the dismay of her family. They arrange their marriage with an honest farmer, José, who is unable to provide the passion Gabrielle desires. Sent to the Alps to treat her kidney stones disease, she meets a charming and injured veteran of the Indochina War named André. The two fall deeply in love, and Gabrielle must choose between following her dreams or returning to her marriage. The film features an impressive cast, including Marion Cotillard as Gabrielle, Louis Garrel as André, and Àlex Brendemühl as José. The movie explores themes such as passion, love, and the societal expectations placed on women in post-war France. With stunning visuals and a powerful story, From the Land of the Moon is a captivating and emotional drama that will leave audiences deeply moved.

You can stream From the Land of the Moon on:

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as From the Land of the Moon include The Age of Adaline, The Lobster, A Star Is Born, Call Me by Your Name, The Vow, One Day.