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6.4 / 10(17 votes)IMDb19391h 31mFrance

Four Flights to Love

Paradis perdu

Synopsis

In pre-World Ward I in Paris, a budding artist, Pierre LeBlanc, falls in love and marries Janine, a dressmaker's assistant. Pierre has a flair for designing clothes, and he and his bride live in a blissful paradise, until the war breaks out and he becomes a soldier. Janine dies in childbirth and, no longer desiring to live, Pierre volunteers for a dangerous patrol behind German lines. While recuperating in the hospital from a wound he received on the mission, Pierre spends his time drawing sketches of dresses. He becomes rich and famous after the war. Years later, after devoting himself to his daughter, Pierre seeks a marriage with a girl no older than his daughter. A conflict develops and to ensure his daughter's happiness, Pierre sacrifices his own plans.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

April 11, 1942

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Abel Gance
Screenplay & Story
Abel Gance, Joseph Than
Original Title
Paradis perdu
Country of Origin
France
Spoken Languages
French
Runtime
1h 31m
Production Studios
Tarice Film

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Abel Gance

Screenplay & Story

Abel Gance, Joseph Than, Steve Passeur

Director of Photography

Christian Matras

Department Leadership Roster

Abel Gance

Abel Gance

Director

Abel Gance

Abel Gance

Screenplay

Christian Matras

Christian Matras

Director of Photography

Joseph Than

Screenplay

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Four Flights to Love.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Four Flights to Love

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Four Flights to Love about?

In pre-World Ward I in Paris, a budding artist, Pierre LeBlanc, falls in love and marries Janine, a dressmaker's assistant. Pierre has a flair for designing clothes, and he and his bride live in a blissful paradise, until the war breaks out and he becomes a soldier. Janine dies in childbirth and, no longer desiring to live, Pierre volunteers for a dangerous patrol behind German lines. While recuperating in the hospital from a wound he received on the mission, Pierre spends his time drawing sketches of dresses. He becomes rich and famous after the war. Years later, after devoting himself to his daughter, Pierre seeks a marriage with a girl no older than his daughter. A conflict develops and to ensure his daughter's happiness, Pierre sacrifices his own plans.

Who directed Four Flights to Love?

Four Flights to Love was directed by Abel Gance.

Who stars in Four Flights to Love?

The principal cast of Four Flights to Love includes Fernand Gravey, Micheline Presle, Robert Le Vigan, Elvira Popescu, André Alerme.

When was Four Flights to Love released and how long is it?

Four Flights to Love was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.