This film recounts the story of the great painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir and his son, Jean, the great film director. The film takes place when Pierre-Auguste continues to paint despite health problems and Jean is returning home on leave as a soldier in World War I.
The film has remarkable beauty about it. This is well helped by the photography, scenery, settings, and music. There is also a charming performance by Christa Theret as a painting model (Andree Heuschling) who would later be an actress in Jean's films. The reference to her history in the post-script is quite saddening.
The slow pace of the film is pleasant but makes one wonder if the film could have been shorter at this pace. It's still a pleasant experience.
The film has remarkable beauty about it. This is well helped by the photography, scenery, settings, and music. There is also a charming performance by Christa Theret as a painting model (Andree Heuschling) who would later be an actress in Jean's films. The reference to her history in the post-script is quite saddening.
The slow pace of the film is pleasant but makes one wonder if the film could have been shorter at this pace. It's still a pleasant experience.