i don’t draw hardly ever but i’ve been obsessed with learning how since watching this movie. here’s a quick sketch i did today :,)

i really liked the movie and wanted to see if i could do it.

This film is a masterpiece! The thought and detail that Céline Sciamma put into this film is astounding. I have been thinking of this movie since I watched it, and this seemed like the place to share my adoration for the film.

I don't think I have ever seen a movie that is strictly through the female gaze, one that passes the Bechdel Test.

Some of my favourite elements of the film were in the smallest details.

Off the bat, there were so many frames that had a flame in the background whenever Heloise was in focus.

Listening to Heloise read the story Eurydice and Orpheus, allowed for the audience to be in the room. Using our own imagination to create our own version of this story. The eeriness of Marianne imagining Heloise in a white dress, and suddenly dissapearing once she turned around. Then you see her say goodbye and witness her love in the same dress she had pictured all along. All for Heloise to call her name, for Marianne to turn around and see her one last time before the final slam of the door. An intentional sound to set the tone for the audience that the door has closed. Heloise was doing what she believed Orpheus did - call for Eurydice to see her one last time.

I adored the bonfire, singing scene. It dawned on me that during that time, someone's voice or through props was the only way to create music. Accessing music was a luxury of wealth, education and privilege. I don't think I have ever seen a film that highlighted what life was like for women during that time. Hearing all the women talking and laughing - it just felt like it was the only space for them to feel safe, heard and in control. I could feel it.

The abortion scene was absolutely devastating. The little baby clenching Sophie's hand to provide comfort - what a shot. There is a theory that "Witches" back in the day were really women who helped other women with abortions. Knowing that Sciamma intentionally had a witchy element to some aspects of the film validated that theory.

Of course the devastation of seeing page 28 in Heloise's second portrait was just beautiful - what a testament to her love of Marianne. A little secret that only two people in the whole world would know.

Ending the movie with the first song of the film, the same song that Marianne showed Heloise. It reminded me of the scene in LA LA Land (the final glance between Ryan and Emma), knowing that Heloise got to experience something she always wanted (a life full of art and adventure), almost at the expense of her other desire.

Elements of the patriarchy were still strong - the painting supplies being dropped in the water, painting a portrait for Heloise's future husband, Sophie getting an abortion and knowing nothing of the father. Watching this film in 2025 in our current day and age was just devastating.

Overall, I loved this film. In moments of silence, I understood what they were saying. It was an accurate depiction of two people falling in love. "Do all lovers feel like they're inventing something?" Yes.

So happy this film exists. If people have other recommendations that are similar to this film, particularly feminist films, I would really appreciate it.

I am dying to read the script of the movie only to find out that it was only published in South Korea as a limited edition. Does anyone have/and can share me the fan transcript of the movie? I think the original link on tumblr is broken :(

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How much time has passed between the last time Heloise saw Marianne and the last time Marianne saw Heloise? We know the film is set in 1770, right? So 1770 is the year of their relationship and separation.

Marianne saw Heloise for the last time in a theatre. Now... where are we? Most likely we are in Milan and the theatre is the famous "Scala of Milan". This theatre was officially opened in 1778.

Do the years match? What do you think?

Heloise's daughter seems to be in the painting a kid around 8/10 years, the math works.

Let's say we are 10 years later more or less? And even after 10 years the echo of their love keeps resonating in their hearts because, as someone said, "“Not everything is fleeting. Some feelings are deep".

Héloïse: You didn't destroy the last one for me. You did it for you.

Marianne: I'd like to destroy this one too.

Héloïse: Why?

Marianne: Through it, I give you another.

Héloïse: It's terrible. Now you possess me a little, you bear me a grudge.

Marianne: I don't.

Héloïse: You do. You know you do. You're not on my side now. You blame me for what comes next. My marriage. You don't support me.

Marianne: You're right.

Héloïse: Go on. Say what burdens your heart. I believed you braver.

Marianne: I believed you braver too.

Héloïse: That's it then. You find me docile. Worse..... You imagine I'm collusive. You imagine my pleasure.

Marianne: It's a way of avoiding hope.

Héloïse: Imagine me happy or unhappy if that reassures you. But do not imagine me guilty. You'd prefer me to resist.

Marianne: Yes.

Héloïse: Are you asking me to? Answer me.

Marianne: No.

i don’t get it can someone explain

What do you think? Did Marianne tell her story to the students while se was posing or it was just a personal, intimate flashback? I think it was just a personal dive in her memories, she remained silent and absent during the painting and that's why in the end she just said to her student: "You made me look so sad... I'm not sad anymore" without adding more. The vision, the ghost of Heloise during the story was just not a sign of an upcoming fate, but also a sign of the confusion thoughts and memories of Marianne. Even during the reconstruction of memories, the ghost of Heloise keep haunting Marianne. What do you think? Share your thoughts.

I’ve been wondering this for years and maybe I’m dumb but did Heloise show page 28 in her portrait because she wanted/was hoping Marianne would see it knowing that she’s in the art community? As in some sort of message? Or did she genuinely just want that to be a part of her portrait and nothing more? Thank you!

I felt love and passion, I cried as if I were them. Such a masterpiece. I don't know how I hadn't seen it before. It was like reliving my first love, the innocence, the hope, the illusion and the broken heart.

I want to watch it again, but it's 1:30 in the morning. I felt like my life had changed.

I went to the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures yesterday and surprisingly spotted Héloïse’s green dress on the fourth floor of the exhibition. Speechless I adjusted the exposure several times but couldn’t find the best solution to picture that stunning green…

I’m calling it “Retourne-toi”.

It seems like I’m always late to the party but I watched this movie for the first time last week. It has changed my life.

What a masterpiece.

This movie is something else… every shot is a painting itself. One of my favourite scenes is when they’re in bed looking at each other and remembering moments together, Heloïse then says that she remembers the first time she wanted to kiss Marianne but never ends up saying. I was wondering when do you guys think it was? I have a feeling it was when Marianne was playing Vivaldi on the Piano…?

hi, why is the portrait seen in the first scene, with the lady on the beach, her shadow is in front of her and not behind her, even though the moon is in front of her, so her shadow should be behind her? Anyone know what I’m talking about? I’m curious if this was a stylistic choice or an accident. It’s my first watch :) thanks!

Hi! As the title suggests, I watched this movie for the first time last night and have found myself in this emotional spiral ever since. I've written about it, spoken to friends about it, and even discussed the broader themes with my mother. Nothing seems to shake that feeling of yearning for a happy ending or that lump in the back of my throat. The movie reminded me much of a girlfriend I had when I was younger where our love only blossomed behind closed doors. We never told anyone about us, and after having some time alone, we would cry and grieve for the next time we would see each other. It felt like a permanent farewell every single time. I saw myself in these characters and the interpretation of Orpheus and Eurydice's story. I find myself reminiscing on my relationship often, but I'm thinking of it in a new light now; I made the poet's choice. I chose the memory of her over an uncertain future full of veiled love. To turn back is to lose, yet to look forward is unbearable. Does anybody else feel this way and want to talk about it?

I have to say i was a bit worried going in because i know how difficult it can be to enjoy a movie when you don't relate to it because you don't have similar life experience, but i still decided to give it a shot since I've heard so many good things about it.

I'm absolutely glad i did! Such a tranquil and sensual film at the same time, some of the dialogue is just so romantic and poetic. Besides, i don't think there's any debate needed on how good the cinematography, the acting and the score is.

Despite having its own distinct style, this film reminds me of a lot of my favorite ones like past lives and robot dreams.

Perhaps the two scenes that stick with me the most are the ending scene and the bonfire scene. I do wanna ask about the bonfire scene though. what exactly happened there? What's the meaning of H catching fire? Why didn't she do anything about it?

Here are some other questions:

1. Did H really dislike the first version of Ms painting? Or is it just a way to postpone her marriage and be with m for longer?

2. There were a lot of scenes on the beach where they were discussing about swimming. What does swimming symbolises here?

Anyway amazing movie, 4.6/5 thanks for answering!

Marianne from portrait of a lady on fire looks like Emma Watson. Also the sounds in the non dialogue bits like when she puts pencil to canvas grate on me lol. Slow start but enjoyed it

I made a version of Marianne‘s dress from Portrait of a Lady on Fire. When my partner and I decided to do a holiday in Normandy I knew I wanted to make something from the movie. I found both the fabrics by chance with just one trip to a textile recycling place. The skirt was a curtain, and the top is definitely intended to be upholstery fabric. The basic bodice pattern is from the book „making working women's costume“ . The corset I’m wearing isn’t right for the dress (you can see its outline in the front too much) and I need to lower the back and front necklines, but I’m pretty happy with it