A beguiling interwar romance
In a small German town after World War I, young German woman Anna (Venice award-winning Paula Beer) mourns daily at the grave of her fiancé Frantz who was killed in battle in France. One day, young Frenchman Adrien, a young Frenchman (Pierre Niney) also lays flowers at the grave. His presence so soon after the German defeat ignites passions.
“A very modern period piece—and a beautiful one—with a fascinating lineage.” – Wall Street Journal
“It’s one of his most heartfelt films, beautifully made and very moving in its own quiet, self-effacing way.” – Independent (UK)
