The Long Absence

In this poignant French drama directed by Henri Colpi, a café owner named Thérèse, played by Alida Valli, encounters a homeless man who bears a striking resemblance to her husband, who disappeared during World War II. The film explores themes of memory, loss, and the passage of time as Thérèse grapples with the possibility that this man might be her long-lost spouse. The movie won the prestigious Palme d’Or at the 1961 Cannes Film Festival, highlighting its critical acclaim. It can be viewed for free on Soap2day.