Adieu Bohème (2017)
A poetic French short film set in the secret underground of the Bastille Opera, where farewells become art.
Adieu Bohème - Movie Information
- Original Title: Adieu Bohème
- Release Year: 2017
- Directed by: Cosme Castro, Jeanne Frenkel
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Drama
- Runtime: 26m
- Original Language: French
- Spoken Languages: French
- Release Date (Theatrical): October 27, 2017 (France)
- Production Companies: Opéra National de Paris, Metacinema
- Production Countries: France
Adieu Bohème - Plot
Once the show is over at Bastille Opera's 6th basement, Professor Turrel and his team open their shop. The service offers the opportunity for couples to say goodbye beautifully: recycling sets, performers and musicians. But tonight, we follow Thibaut's story: a man who couldn't say goodbye to his love.
Adieu Bohème - Trailer
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Adieu Bohème - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Cosme Castro
- Jeanne Frenkel
Main Cast
- Thibaut Évrard
- Richard Sammel
- Lucie Digout
- Pascal Rénéric
- Fanny Santer
- Louis Arène
- Anne-Gaëlle Jourdain
- Grégoire Tachnakian
- Stanley Weber
- Mathias Pradenas
Writers
- Jeanne Frenkel
- Cosme Castro
Adieu Bohème - FAQs
What is Adieu Bohème about?
Adieu Bohème is set in the hidden depths of Paris's Bastille Opera, where a mysterious Professor Turrel runs a clandestine service helping couples part ways in style — using recycled stage sets, live performers, and musicians. The story centers on Thibaut, a man struggling to say goodbye to the woman he loves.
Who directed Adieu Bohème?
Adieu Bohème was co-directed by Cosme Castro and Jeanne Frenkel, who also wrote the screenplay together. The film was produced in collaboration with the Opéra National de Paris and Metacinema, giving it a distinctive artistic and theatrical sensibility.
Who are the main actors in Adieu Bohème?
The cast features Thibaut Évrard as Thibaut Prigent, Richard Sammel as the enigmatic Professeur Turrell, and Lucie Digout as Sarah. They're joined by Pascal Rénéric, Fanny Santer, Louis Arène, Anne-Gaëlle Jourdain, Grégoire Tachnakian, Stanley Weber, and Mathias Pradenas.
What is the setting of Adieu Bohème?
The film unfolds in the sixth basement of the Bastille Opera in Paris — a cavernous, theatrical underworld where decommissioned sets and costumes find new purpose. This evocative, hidden space becomes the perfect backdrop for a story about love, loss, and the art of letting go.
When was Adieu Bohème released?
Adieu Bohème was released in France on October 27, 2017. The short film was produced with the support of the Opéra National de Paris and Metacinema, and it runs approximately 26 minutes.
How long is Adieu Bohème?
Adieu Bohème has a runtime of 26 minutes, making it a short film. Despite its brevity, it crafts a richly atmospheric world within the Bastille Opera's underground, weaving together themes of love, farewell, and the transformative power of performance.
What are similar films to Adieu Bohème?
If Adieu Bohème resonated with you, you might enjoy Let Liv (2023), Songs From the Sky (2024), Lighting Up the Stars (2022), Three Goodbyes (2025), Olla (2019), and Finally Dawn (2024). These films share a similar emotional intimacy, poetic sensibility, or focus on human connection and farewell.
What language is Adieu Bohème in?
Adieu Bohème is a French-language film, produced in France. The original language is French, and the spoken language throughout the film is French, reflecting its Parisian setting and its deep roots in French operatic and theatrical culture.
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