The French Lieutenant's Woman

The French Lieutenant's Woman

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Drama

The French Lieutenant's Woman

DIRECTED BYKarel Reisz124mins1981

She was lost from the moment she saw him.

In this story-within-a-story, Anna is an actress starring opposite Mike in a period piece about the forbidden love between their respective characters, Sarah and Charles. Both actors are involved in serious relationships, but the passionate nature of the script leads to an off-camera love affair as well. While attempting to maintain their composure and professionalism, Anna and Mike struggle to come to terms with their infidelity.

Other films by Karel Reisz

Sweet Dreams
The Gambler
Who'll Stop the Rain
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