directed by: Stephen Frears, year: 2009
actors: Michelle Pfeiffer, Rupert Friend, Kathy Bates

Set in 1900s Belle Époque Paris, 'Cheri' tells the story of a romantic affair between a retired courtesan, Léa de Lonval, and a much younger man, Fred Peloux, known as Chéri. As Léa imparts her worldly wisdom to Chéri, their unconventional relationship develops into a deep emotional bond. However, their love is tested by societal expectations and personal insecurities when Chéri is pressured to marry a young heiress, leading to a poignant exploration of love, age, and the passage of time.

Drama, Romance, Period, Age Gap, Belle époque