- “Jean de Florette” (1986) – This classic French film, based on the novel by Marcel Pagnol, tells the story of a man’s struggle to cultivate land in the Provence region. It features scenery from the Limousin area.
- “Manon des Sources” (1986) – A sequel to “Jean de Florette,” this film follows the repercussions of the events in the first movie. Once again, the landscapes of Limousin play a significant role.
- “Angèle” (1934) – Directed by Marcel Pagnol, this romantic drama is set in the Massif Central, which includes parts of Limousin. It explores the themes of love and jealousy against the backdrop of the beautiful countryside.
- “Cinderella Man” (2005) – Though primarily set in the United States, this biographical sports drama about boxer James J. Braddock includes scenes shot in the village of Argentat in the Corrèze department of Limousin.
- “Merry Christmas” (2005) – This French film directed by Christian Carion depicts the spontaneous Christmas truce during World War I. Some scenes were filmed in Limousin, capturing the region’s scenic beauty.
- “Micmacs” (2009) – Directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, this whimsical comedy follows a man who forms a group of misfits to plot revenge against two arms manufacturers. Part of the movie was shot in Limousin, showcasing its scenic villages and countryside.
- “Les ailes du désir” (1987) – While most of this German-French film is set in Berlin, part of it features a circus scene filmed in Limoges, the capital of Limousin. It captures the enchantment and allure of the circus world.
- “The Guardians” (2017) – Set during World War I, this historical drama is partially set in rural France, including Limousin. It tells the story of women left behind to tend to the farms while the men are away at war.
- “Les Demoiselles de Rochefort” (1967) – Though this musical film is primarily set in Rochefort, a town in Charente-Maritime, it was partly filmed in Limousin. The movie features song and dance numbers against the backdrop of locations.
- “Le gendarme et les gendarmettes” (1982) – This French comedy, part of the popular Gendarme film series, features scenes filmed in Limoges. It follows the adventures of a group of gendarmes stationed in a small town.
WANDERLIST: Ten famous films set in the Limousin region
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