A Man and A Woman

A Man and A Woman (2026)



一个男人和一个女人

6.3 2026 117 min China, Hong Kong

Director: Guan Hu

Cast: Huang Bo, Ni Ni, Henick Chou, Nina Paw Hei-Ching, Niki Chow Lai-Kei

Drama Romance
Spring 2021 began with two strangers boarding separate flights to Hong Kong. Stuck in quarantine limbo before crossing into mainland China, they ended up as next-door neighbors in the same hotel, divided only by a thin wall. In that brief, accidental crossing of paths, they opened up about the crushing weight they each carried—and discovered an unexpected refuge in a city where resilience was quietly bursting into bloom. But just as their story teetered on the verge of resolution, the choice came to a sudden, unfinished halt.

More About This Film

A Man and a Woman is Claude Lelouch's celebrated romantic drama about two widowed parents who meet by chance at their children's boarding school. Their relationship gradually develops as they discover how strongly the memories of their late spouses continue to shape their lives.

The film is famous for its restrained storytelling, emotional atmosphere, and innovative use of music and visual style. Its intimate approach allows much of the romance to emerge through glances, memories, and internal thoughts rather than conventional exposition.

  • Claude Lelouch directed and co-wrote the film.
  • Anouk Aimée and Jean-Louis Trintignant star as the central couple.
  • Francis Lai composed the famous musical score.
  • The original film won the Palme d'Or at Cannes and two Academy Awards.
  • The 2026 Cannes presentation featured a restored print.

Where to Watch

The restored version's availability depends on territory and festival or repertory distribution.