Cinema: release of “Lost Illusions” by Honoré de Balzac adapted by Xavier Giannoli

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Benjamin Voisin and Vincent Lacoste in “Lost Illusions”, a film directed by Xavier Giannoli.

© Roger Arpajou / 2021, Curiosa Films / Gaumont / France 3 Cinéma / Gabriel INC./Umedia

By: Sophie Torlotin Follow

Honoré de Balzac is a superstar this fall in France.

, one of his most famous novels, is currently being adapted at the Théâtre de la Bastille in Paris.

And this same book is brought to the screen by Xavier Giannoli.

The film is released in theaters this Wednesday, October 20, after a selection in competition at the Venice Film Festival.

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