The Umbrellas of Cherbourg

“The Umbrellas of Cherbourg,” directed by Jacques Demy, is a visually stunning French musical that tells the poignant love story of Geneviève, a young woman who works in her mother’s umbrella shop, and Guy, a charming auto mechanic. Set against the backdrop of 1950s Cherbourg, the film explores themes of love, separation, and the passage of time, all conveyed through continuous song and vibrant color.