Autumn Tale - 1998 - 8/10
AKA - Conte d'Automne
Possibly my favorite of all Éric Rohmer films.
Well meaning Isabelle decides to match-make for friend, Magali, a 45 year old widow.
Isabelle places an advert, then interviews respondents.
From there, a series of misinterpretations and miscommunications ensue.
Magali is a wine grower and much of the photography lingers on her lush vineyards or the small village.
Autumn refers to the season and age of the characters.
A multi-layered story of loneliness, diverting trajectories, emotional messiness, and hope.
For those who believe older adults still have the second chance.
