Time Regained (1999)

As Marcel Proust, the esteemed writer, teeters on the brink of mortality, he finds himself ensnared in a complex web of memories, unravelling like an enchanting tapestry of his existence from 1871 to 1922. Photographs serve as the catalyst, stirring up vivid recollections from the depths of his consciousness, as they dance and intermingle without the constraints of chronological order. From the innocent vistas of his childhood to the tumultuous terrain of his youth, from passionate encounters with his lovers to the societal upheaval triggered by the Great War, Marcel's past unfolds in a kaleidoscopic montage. He interacts with various figures that have punctuated his life - the enchanting Odette, the radiant Gilberte and her ill-fated husband, the hedonistic Baron de Charlus, and his own lover, the elusive Albertine. Yet, it is the soothing presence of his mother and grandmother that resonates most powerfully in his recollections. As Marcel navigates this labyrinth of remembrances, it becomes evident that life is a mosaic of moments seized in memory, and to immortalize these memories is to craft a masterpiece of unparalleled artistry. This profound realization mirrors the essence of the final volume of Proust's novel, painting a haunting picture of time regained.

Time Regained is a drama movie featuring Catherine Deneuve and directed by Raúl Ruiz.

Time Regained is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy and it's also available on OVID.

It is also possible to buy Time Regained on Amazon Video.