‘The Umbrellas of Cherbourg’ premieres in France 50 years ago today (Feb 19 1964)


Video: 'The Umbrellas of Cherbourg' (trailer)

(Wednesday, February 19, 1964)The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, a French musical film about a young girl separated from her lover by war and facing a life altering decision, premiered today in France.

Directed by Jacques Demy, the film starred Catherine Deneuve and Nino Castelnuovo.