La Belle Histoire

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La Belle Histoire
Directed byClaude Lelouch
Written byClaude Lelouch
Produced byClaude Lelouch
CinematographyJean-Yves Le Mener
Edited byHélène de Luze
Music byFrancis Lai
Production
company
Distributed byLes Films 13
Release date
1992
Running time
210 minutes
CountryFrance
LanguageFrench


La Belle Histoire is a 1992 French film directed by Claude Lelouch. The film is known for its unique narrative structure and its exploration of themes such as reincarnation, love, and destiny.

Plot[edit | edit source]

The film intertwines two stories set in different time periods. The first story is set in prehistoric times and follows a man named Jesus who falls in love with a woman named Elisabeth. The second story is set in the 20th century and follows a modern-day man named Jésus who meets a woman named Elisabeth and feels an inexplicable connection to her. The film explores the idea that these two love stories are connected through the concept of reincarnation.

Cast[edit | edit source]

Production[edit | edit source]

The film was produced by Claude Lelouch's production company, Les Films 13. The music for the film was composed by Francis Lai, a frequent collaborator of Lelouch. The cinematography was handled by Jean-Yves Le Mener, and the film was edited by Hélène de Luze.

Reception[edit | edit source]

La Belle Histoire received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised its ambitious narrative and thematic depth, while others found it overly complex and difficult to follow. Despite the mixed critical reception, the film has garnered a cult following over the years.

Themes[edit | edit source]

The film delves into several philosophical and metaphysical themes, including:

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD