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The Horseman on the Roof (1995)

★ 7.0R136 minDirector: Jean-Paul Rappeneau

1995 French film

The Horseman on the Roof (French: Le hussard sur le toit) is a 1995 French film directed by Jean-Paul Rappeneau and starring Juliette Binoche and Olivier Martinez. Based on the 1951 French novel Le hussard sur le toit by Jean Giono, the film follows the adventures of Angelo Pardi, a young Italian nobleman in France raising money for the Italian revolution against Austria during a time of cholera. The Italian struggle for independence and the cholera pandemic in southern France in 1832 are historical events. The film received César Awards in 1996 for Best Cinematography and Best Sound, as well as eight César Award nominations for Best Film, Best Costume Design, Best Actress, Best Director, Best Editing, Best Music, Best Production Design, and Most Promising Actress.

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What is The Horseman on the Roof about?
The Horseman on the Roof (1995) — In 1832, cholera ravages Provence (South of France). After several misadventures, Angelo, young Italian officer hunted by the Austrian secret police, meets Pauline de Theus, a young lady. After a second accidental meeting, both will start the search of Pauline's husband in a chao
Is The Horseman on the Roof based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is The Horseman on the Roof scary?
Content rating: R. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.
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