Le Passage de Vénus

This film follows Lazare Chantoiseau, who wakes up with a troubling conviction that he has committed a crime in the Luxembourg Gardens. His decision to confess leads him to meet Hortense, a woman he believes to be his victim, along with her husband, an astronomer.

As Lazare navigates this convoluted situation, he discovers his innocence but becomes embroiled in a romantic entanglement with Hortense. The film's interplay of drama and comedy offers a unique lens on the characters' relationships and motivations.

With a cast including Pierre Larquey and Blanchette Brunoy, Le Passage de Vénus presents a narrative that reflects the complexities of love and guilt, set against a backdrop of post-war French society. The film's mix of genres may attract collectors interested in diverse storytelling from this era.