Four Nights of a Dreamer
February 2, 1972· 1h 27m
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Cinemagraphs Score7.1
Jacques, a young man with artistic aspirations, spends four nights wandering Paris with a young woman, whom he rescued from suicide.
Critics Sentiment
Critics7.1
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Critics
|8+ Great
6-8 Good
<6 Poor
14 reviews·Last updated 1mo ago
Peak Moment
Former lover appears and Marthe chooses him over Jacques
8.5at 1h 24m
Lowest Moment
Marthe's backstory with the graduate student tenant
5.8at 32m
Biggest Swing
The film rises from its slowest flashback sequences to an emotionally powerful ending that redeems the earlier pacing issues.
The film starts with mixed reception due to slow pacing and wooden characterizations, but builds emotional momentum through its romantic Parisian atmosphere. Despite criticism of Bresson's minimalist approach making characters seem lifeless, the final act's emotional payoff and beautiful cinematography won over most reviewers.
14 reviews analyzed|Sources: Imdb
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Jacques attempts hitchhiking and wanders the countryside
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Jacques prevents Marthe from jumping off Pont Neuf
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Jacques' lonely life in his studio with tape recordings
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Marthe's backstory with the graduate student tenant⬇ Lowest moment
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Jacques and Marthe watch Brazilian musicians on Seine
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Jacques sees Marthe's name everywhere and records erotic messages
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Marthe attempts relationship with Jacques despite lingering feelings
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Former lover appears and Marthe chooses him over Jacques⬆ Peak moment
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