Le grand bleu (1988) then and now

Le Grand Bleu (The Big Blue) is a 1988 French film directed by Luc Besson. It is a visually stunning and emotionally deep drama inspired by the real-life rivalry between two legendary free divers, Jacques Mayol and Enzo Maiorca.

The story follows Jacques Mayol (played by Jean-Marc Barr) and Enzo Molinari (Jean Reno), childhood friends who grow up to become world-class free divers. Their friendly yet intense competition takes them to extreme depths, both physically and psychologically. At the same time, Jacques develops a romantic relationship with Johanna Baker (Rosanna Arquette), an American insurance agent who becomes fascinated by his unique connection with the sea.
Cast then and now: Marc Duret, Griffin Dunne, Sergio Castellitto, Jean Reno, Jean-Marc Barr, Paul Shenar, Rosanna Arquette,
The film is famous for its breathtaking underwater cinematography, Éric Serra’s atmospheric soundtrack, and its philosophical exploration of man's relationship with the ocean. Le Grand Bleu became a cult classic, especially in France and Europe, despite its mixed reception in the U.S.
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