The Romance of Astrea and Celadon
2007
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Synopsis
In an enchanted forest, back in the time of the Druids, the shepherd Céladon and the shepherdess Astrée share a pure and chaste love. Fooled by a suitor, Astrée dismisses Céladon, who throws himself into a river out of despair. She thinks he's dead, but he's been secretly rescued by some nymphs. Faithful to the promise he made to Astrée to never appear before her again, Céladon must overcome many obstacles to break the curse. Mad with love and despair, coveted by the nymphs, surrounded by rivals, and obliged to disguise himself as a woman to be near the one he loves, will he manage to make himself known without breaking his oath? A romance filled with doubt, hazards, and delicious temptations.
Facts
Setting
Auvergne
Filming location
Menat, Servant
Production
Rezo Films
Original language
French
Stills
Festival History
- International Film Festival Rotterdam 2008 generic
- Toronto International Film Festival 2007 generic
- Venice Film Festival 2007 generic
- Village Voice Film Poll 2007 generic
