Car Movies: Un Homme et Une Femme

Although the classic French movie Un Homme et Une Femme (A Man and a Woman) is essentially a love story between the character Jean-Louis and the young widow, Anne, the former is a racing driver and the movie features a lot of great cars. From Mustangs on the road to a Brabham and GT40 on the track, this movie is a must-see for all classic car fans.

Directed by none other than Claude Lelouch, of C’Etait Un Rendezvous infamy, the movie was a critical success, being awarded a Grand Prix at the 1966 Cannes Festival, and a Golden Globe for the soundtrack. It features the rich visual style of Lelouch, a quirky French cinĂ©ma style, and the now-uncommon trait of telling the story through images instead of constant dialogue.

Enjoy this trailer for the movie, and an extended race car scene, and be sure to find the full film if you haven’t already!