Hiroshima Mon Amour (1959): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: Hiroshima Mon Amour
Director: Alain Resnais
Genre: Drama, History, Romance
Released: 1959
Duration: 92 min
Cast: Emmanuelle Riva, Eiji Okada, Stella Dassas, Pierre Barbaud, Bernard Fresson

What Hiroshima Mon Amour Is About

The deep conversation between a Japanese architect and a French actress forms the basis of this celebrated French film, considered one of the vanguard productions of the French New Wave. Set in Hiroshima after the end of World War II, the couple -- lovers turned friends -- recount, over many hours, previous romances and life experiences. The two intertwine their stories about the past with pondering the devastation wrought by the atomic bomb dropped on the city.

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What is Hiroshima Mon Amour about?

The deep conversation between a Japanese architect and a French actress forms the basis of this celebrated French film, considered one of the vanguard productions of the French New Wave. Set in Hiroshima after the end of World War II, the couple -- lovers turned friends -- recount, over many hours, previous romances and life experiences.

Where can I watch Hiroshima Mon Amour?

Hiroshima Mon Amour is available to watch on digital platforms such as Criterion Channel, Darkroom, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Hiroshima Mon Amour?

Hiroshima Mon Amour runs for 92 minutes (1h 32m).

When did Hiroshima Mon Amour come out?

Hiroshima Mon Amour was released in 1959.

Who directed Hiroshima Mon Amour?

Hiroshima Mon Amour was directed by Alain Resnais.

Who stars in Hiroshima Mon Amour?

Hiroshima Mon Amour stars Emmanuelle Riva, Eiji Okada, Stella Dassas, Pierre Barbaud.

What is Hiroshima Mon Amour's rating?

Hiroshima Mon Amour holds 7.8/10 on IMDb and 7.7/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 79 out of 100.