Waterloo Bridge
Waterloo BridgeGenres: | Drama, Romance, War |
Rating: 7 |
Year:1931 |
Country:US |
Budget:
251 289 $ |
Runtime:
1h 21min |
Description:
In the chaotic backdrop of World War I London, we meet Myra, an American chorus girl struggling to survive in a city battered by Zeppelin raids and personal hardships. To make ends meet, she resorts to picking up men on Waterloo Bridge, finding solace in the fleeting connections she forms. One fateful night, amidst the sounds of sirens and explosions, Myra encounters Roy, a young, naïve American who has enlisted in the Canadian army. Despite their vastly different backgrounds, they fall deeply for each other, drawn together by shared vulnerabilities and dreams of a better life.Roy, however, is harboring his own secrets: he convinces Myra to visit his family, who live on a tranquil country estate outside London. Here, the idyllic setting clashes with Myra's tumultuous past, as Roy's mother has remarried a retired British Major who disapproves of her son's relationship. Myra is hesitant to reveal her truth to Roy, fearing that it will tarnish their newfound love and shatter the fragile illusion they've created together.As the story unfolds, we are drawn into a tale of love, deception, and self-discovery set against the backdrop of war and social upheaval. This powerful narrative delves into themes of identity, morality, and the lengths to which people will go in search of hope and belonging during tumultuous times.