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In Jean De Florettes an old man and his only remaining relative in a rural French village cast their covetous eyes on an adjoining vacant property. They need its spring water for growing their flowers, so are dismayed to hear the man who has inherited it is moving in. They block up the spring and watch as their new neighbour tries to keep his crops watered from wells far afield through the hot summer. Though they see his desperate efforts are breaking his health and his wife and daughter's hearts they think only of getting the water. In the sequel, Manon Des Sources, Manon (Beart) has grown into a beautiful young shepherdess living in the idyllic Provencal countryside. She determines to take revenge upon the men responsible for the death of her father in the first film.
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52 of 53 people found the following review helpful
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My brother and his girlfriend bought this for us for Christmas, which we initially thought a surprising gift as we'd never seen (or expressed a wish in seeing) a foreign language film before. Having just watched it, I have to say it was an completely inspired choice. Initially, it's the quality of the cinematography that draws you in, as the landscape of Provence and its wild animals are portrayed at their most beautiful and detailed. Then it's the tale of an idealistic young man moving out of the town to try and make a living in the country with his family, and the way in which his neighbours conspire to thwart him. The story plays out like a Greek tragedy, but over such a generous period of time (watching both films back to back takes around four hours) that you can understand the conflicting feelings of the neighbours in a way that makes the ending both poignant and satisfying. All kinds of big themes are touched on before then: greed, love, kindness, betrayal, sacrifice, regret, dedication, mistrust and prejudice are just some of them, but they're essayed in such an understated way that you never feel that the film is heavyhanded in getting its point across. Since it's impossible to imagine seeing one film without the other, this double set is really the only way to experience this masterpiece.
113 of 117 people found the following review helpful
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These two combined films are simply the best i have ever seen, by some distance. The first story is poignant, tragic and so well acted, written and directed that it is a masterpiece of itself, but not seeing the second denies you an incredible film experience. By the closing minutes of Manon Des Sources, you should appreciate how much better these masterpieces are than anything hollywood has released for many, many years. With wonderful cinematography and its spectacular soundtrack lifted from Verdi's La forza del destino, these films are hauntingly beautiful, thoroughly gripping and unforgettable.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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Its hard to think of anything negative about these two excellent films (not going to repeat the story again-there are plenty of reviews here). However its worth noting that the slowness in the pace of these films mirrors the lives and setting of the characters portraid within. If you have the time (4 hours) and patience you see the story unfolding rather than punching you in the face! The ending is one of the best, in that it is unexpected and jaw dropping. Ignore the negativity from other reviews, pseudo experts who hint but fail to suggest of better, buy them and see for yourself, it will be money well spent
Most Recent Customer Reviews
The best French film I have ever seen.
I do not want have anything else to add in; the previous reviewers have said it all. Though the film (both parts) were made in 1986, I just saw it a few days ago and I was treated... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Ahmed A. Al Ajmi
French films
Two excellent films A moving story that gives an insight into the mentality of French peasants - though not that different from some English ones. Read more
Published 1 month ago by talval
It is difficult
to explain the attraction of this film (in 2 parts, you need to watch both and in the right order as the second part is set 10 years later) in a few words. Read more
Published 3 months ago by DaveT
French Classics
Marcel Pagnol's novels almost always make good films. These are no exception - the acting is superb and the filming is so evocative. Read more
Published 3 months ago by PierreLegros
A true masterpiece.....
My mother persuaded me to watch this film (as well as Manon des Sources)& I'm SOOOOO glad I did. For all those of you who think subtitles may be a challenge (and maybe a bit... Read more
Published 4 months ago by H. Gates
Manon des Source
I had watched Jean de Florette and was very keen to find out what happened in the sequel.It was a fascinating plot, funny in places but sad in others. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Maggiemay
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i was recommended these films by my wife, i thoroughly enjoyed them,acting was really good,and the french accents seemed perfect .
Published 5 months ago by dicky
Seven stars for these great films - fourteen in all
Review of double DVD of "Jean de Florette" and "Manon Des Sources"
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I cannot remember why we watched these films but it was the happiest of... Read more
CAREFUL - SPOILERS
I cannot remember why we watched these films but it was the happiest of... Read more
Published 6 months ago by RR Waller
Review of Jean do Florette
Enjoyed this film back in the eighties when it came out. . Bought it for to see if it was as good as I remember. And yes indeed it was. Read more
Published 8 months ago by sherry
French review
Jean De Florette/Manon Des Sources were very easy viewing , funny, sad and poignant. Scenery was beautiful and a little bit of escapism is good for everyone!
Published 8 months ago by Lynn
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