Le Bel Âge (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 2009, Le Bel Âge is a drama film directed by Laurent Perreau, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. At 18, Claire is torn between swim practice and the pangs of first love. The elderly and eccentric Maurice Reverdy takes her in in his big house, but the girl carefully avoids this faraway figure, who is none other than her grandfather. Proud, rebellious, solitary, they represent two generations that are simultaneously attracted to and repelled by one another. Their lives will intertwine, as one seeks out her future and the other is tormented by his past.
Who’s in it. Le Bel Âge stars Michel Piccoli as Maurice Reverdy, Pauline Étienne as Claire, Éric Caravaca as Rafaël and Marie Kremer as Marie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Le Bel Âge has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Le Bel Âge page.
If you liked it. Fans of Le Bel Âge tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Le Bel Âge (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Le Bel Âge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Le Bel Âge worth watching?
- Le Bel Âge holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Le Bel Âge?
- Le Bel Âge stars Michel Piccoli, Pauline Étienne, Éric Caravaca, Marie Kremer and Johanna ter Steege.
- When was Le Bel Âge released?
- Le Bel Âge was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.