Illusions perdues

1819, Angouleme, France, a young ambitious poet, Lucien Chardon is introduced in the salon of Mme de Bargeton where meets the high society of the city. Lucien dreams of going to Paris to conquer the glory. But if Paris is the city where he can find fame, it is also that of great disappointments.

Directed by Maurice Cazeneuve, Illusions perdues leans on a strong ensemble — Yves Rénier, Louis Arbessier, Anne Vernon — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The series landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1966.