- “A Very Long Engagement” (2004): Directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, this film is set in various locations in Picardie during World War I. It follows the journey of a young woman searching for her fiancé who went missing in battle.
- “Jean de Florette” (1986): Although not entirely set in Picardie, this French classic partially takes place in a fictional village in Provence that was filmed in the Picardie region. The movie explores the hardships faced by a farmer who is trying to cultivate his land.
- “Welcome to the Sticks” (2008): This French comedy takes place in the small town of Bergues, which is located in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais-Picardie region. The film follows the misadventures of a postal employee who is forced to relocate from the sunny south to the gloomy north.
- “La Vie en Rose” (2007): Although a significant portion of this biographical film about the legendary singer Édith Piaf is set in Paris, it also showcases her upbringing in a brothel in Bernay, a town in the Picardie region.
- “A Man Escaped” (1956): Directed by Robert Bresson, this French film is set in a Nazi prison in Fort de Montluc, Lyon. While the majority of the film focuses on the prison, it begins with the protagonist’s arrest and transport from Picardie to Lyon.
- “Birdsong” by Sebastian Faulks: This novel takes place in various locations including the Somme region of Picardie during World War I. It follows the story of a young Englishman who becomes a soldier and experiences the horrors of trench warfare.
- “The Yellow Eyes of Crocodiles” by Katherine Pancol: Set in Paris and Picardie, this novel tells the story of two sisters and their intertwined lives, secrets, and struggles.
- “The Innocent” by Harlan Coben: Part of the Myron Bolitar series, this thriller is set in various locations including Picardie. It follows the adventures of sports agent Myron Bolitar as he uncovers dark secrets and fights for justice.
- “Last Night in Montmartre” by Samuel Blake: Although primarily set in Montmartre in Paris, this novel also explores the region of Picardie. It follows the story of a young painter whose life is changed when he discovers a mysterious painting.
- “The Belle Epoque” by Elizabeth Ross: Set in the late 19th century, this historical novel takes place in a small village in Picardie. It follows the journey of a young girl who becomes a maid to a wealthy family and experiences the social changes of the time.
- “A Plea for Eros” by Siri Hustvedt: This novel is set in Paris and Picardie, exploring themes of love, desire, and art. It tells the story of a woman drawn into a mysterious and passionate affair.
- “The Somme Legacy” by M.J. Lee: Part of the Jayne Sinclair genealogical mystery series, this novel uncovers a family’s secrets amidst the backdrop of the Somme region in Picardie. It combines historical events with a contemporary mystery.
- “The Girl You Left Behind” by Jojo Moyes: This novel moves between the past and present, taking place in World War I-era Picardie and present-day London. It tells the story of a painting and the lives it touches.
- “The Widow of the South” by Robert Hicks: Although primarily set in Franklin, Tennessee, this historical novel includes sections set in Picardie during World War I. It follows the story of a widow who turns her home into a hospital for Confederate soldiers.
- “The Nuns of Sant’Ambrogio” by Hubert Wolf: This non-fiction book recounts a 19th-century scandal involving a nun and a priest. While mostly set in Rome, it includes references to the Picardie region where some events took place.
WANDERLIST: Picardie in books and on film
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