Those Who Love Me Can Take the Train (1998)

In the enchanting film "Those Who Love Me Can Take the Train," the death of the charismatic artist and teacher, Jean-Baptiste, sets the stage for an unexpected journey. Honoring his peculiar final wish, a motley crew of mourners gather in the heart of Paris to embark on a train ride to the provincial city of Limoges, his chosen resting place nestled amongst his family's shoe-making legacy. This eclectic ensemble, a vibrant tapestry of lovers, friends, estranged relatives, and fleeting acquaintances, initially find themselves bound together by obligation and a shared sense of loss. The prospect of spending a day in the unfamiliar terrain of Limoges stirs irritation and impatience amongst them. However, as the train snakes its way through the French countryside, the steady rhythm of the rails begins to weave a spell. Time becomes a fluid entity, ebbing and flowing with the cadence of their conversations. Laughter peppers the air, secrets unravel, and the once rigid social norms start to dissolve in this confined, transient world. The journey to pay tribute to the memory of a minor painter evolves into a poignant exploration of their own lives, their problems, and their interconnectedness. "Those Who Love Me Can Take the Train" is a mesmerizing journey where the destination becomes secondary to the journey itself, and the illumination that comes from unexpected companionship and shared recollections. It's a testament to the transformative power of shared experience, a day where time stands still, and lives quietly shift on the tracks to Limoges.

Those Who Love Me Can Take the Train is a drama movie featuring Pascal Greggory and directed by Patrice Chéreau.

It is possible to rent Those Who Love Me Can Take the Train on Vudu.