The Gustave Flaubert Library

In which Frederick embarks upon a restless entrance into Parisian society, acquiring a modest mansion and inviting his old comrades to a gathering that reveals the varied opinions and ambitions of men...

9 Touko 58min

In which a young man returns to Paris with hopes buoyed by the visions of a splendid future, only to find the city and its inhabitants transformed and tangled in the ordinary toils of life, leading hi...

7 Touko 1h 5min

In which a young man, struck by sudden reverses in fortune, retreats into provincial solitude and melancholy, finding solace in the innocent companionship of a child amidst the quiet rhythms of countr...

5 Touko 21min

In which a lively public ball unfolds amidst a colourful garden setting, where various characters engage in flirtations, artistic discussions, and social ambitions, weaving a tapestry of Parisian soci...

3 Touko 29min

In which a young man embarks upon artistic pursuits and legal studies, while navigating the varied company of acquaintances and the stirrings of a profound, unspoken affection for a lady whose presenc...

1 Touko 48min

In which the young and observant Frederick finds himself swept into the lively currents of Parisian society, from student unrest to the smoky, cluttered ateliers and salons of artists, critics, and de...

29 Huhti 58min

In which a young man arrives in Paris and navigates the complexities of social advancement, estranged acquaintances, and the idle melancholy of student life, all while fostering a fervent yet unfulfil...

27 Huhti 21min

In which the youthful aspirations of two friends unfold amidst the sober surroundings of college life and provincial hardship, their spirited conversations marked by dreams of intellectual riches and ...

25 Huhti 16min