Fiction in Love movie poster

Fiction in Love

January 14, 1981 1h 20m 7.0/10 (2 votes)

Originally released in 1981. Fiction in Love is a feature film. directed by Alain Payet. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Eva Bassan, Jean Cherlian, and Guy Bonnafoux

Synopsis

Papy is sick and tired of living in the country. He goes to Paris with the money he has stolen from his son and daughter-in-law. After he has paid a visit to a prostitute, he goes to Alain’s place (his grandson) who gives him shelter for the night. Papy’s son who fears that he might not inherit from his father goes after him with his wife. Thanks to a pendullum they also go to Paris and check at Alain’s who tells them that he is unaware of Papy’s location. He then tells him to go to one of his female friend’s place. The son and his wife ask for the help of a private detective who first proceeds to pay himself in kind with the wife. Papy who has found what real life is, decides to stay in Paris and get married. His son and daughter-in-law go back home disappointed

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 14, 1981 45 years ago
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Runtime 1h 20m 80 minutes total
User Rating 7.0/10 Great (2 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • Les Films du Saphir

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fiction in Love about?

Papy is sick and tired of living in the country. He goes to Paris with the money he has stolen from his son and daughter-in-law. After he has paid a visit to a prostitute, he goes to Alain’s plac...

Who directed Fiction in Love?

Fiction in Love was directed by Alain Payet.

How long is Fiction in Love?

Fiction in Love has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).

When was Fiction in Love released?

Fiction in Love was released on January 14, 1981 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Fiction in Love?

The main cast of Fiction in Love includes Eva Bassan, Jean Cherlian, Guy Bonnafoux, Barbara Moose, Cyril Val.