Events

Past Event

The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (Les Parapluies de Cherbourg) by Jacques Demy, 1964, 91min.

April 9, 2020
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
America/New_York
Buell Hall, 515 W. 116 St., New York, NY 10027 East Gallery
Genevieve and her mother work in a umbrellas shop. Genevieve is deeply in love with Guy, a mechanic who soon has to leave to fight in war, so Genevieve must marry a rich jeweller instead. In this classic musical, French director Jacques Demy elevates the basic drama of everyday life into a soaring opera full of bittersweet passion and playful charm, featuring a timeless performance from Catherine Deneuve. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Please arrive ahead of time to secure a spot.

Contact Information

Fanny N. Guex
212-854-4482