Reviews — Manon of the Spring
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CinemaSerf
Picking up where "Jeanne de Florette" left off, this installment finds “Ugolin” (Daniel Auteuil) and his uncle “Papet” (Yves Montand) successfully running a carnation business that thrives because of their own spring water source. It’s quite an accomplishment in terms of irrigation, having increased the family's wealth by at least 50,000 Francs. As always, "Papet" is concerned about his family’s future and continues …
Filipe Manuel Neto
**“Manon des Sources” completes “Jean de Florette,” forming a remarkable achievement in French cinema.** This film serves as the follow-up to “Jean de Florette” and was filmed immediately afterward, utilizing the same cast, director, technical crew, sets, and locations. In reality, they function as two films joined together like two sides of a coin, making it essential to see the first one for full understanding. …


