The Salt of Tears
2020, French. Directed by Philippe Garrel.
Luc travels to Paris for the first time to sit the entrance exam for a carpentry school. There he meets Djemila, a young worker with whom he enjoys a short romance, before returning to his home town and beginning a relationship with Geneviève, whom he has known since childhood. Caught between two passions, Luc runs, resolving to fulfil his father's dreams by devoting himself to his future... until finally, he experiences true love.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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The Salt of Tears is streaming on Philo, Fandor, and OVID in India.
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Details
- Released
- 14 October 2020
- Original title
- Le Sel des larmes
- Country
- France, Switzerland
- Written by
- Jean-Claude Carrière, Philippe Garrel, Arlette Langmann
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The Salt of Tears: quick answers
Is The Salt of Tears worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.5/10 from 42 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Salt of Tears?
The Salt of Tears runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does The Salt of Tears have a post-credits scene?
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The Salt of Tears parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is The Salt of Tears on?
The Salt of Tears is streaming on Philo, Fandor, and OVID in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Salt of Tears?
If you liked The Salt of Tears, try Sister, Breathe, Mektoub, My Love: Intermezzo.
Who directed The Salt of Tears?
The Salt of Tears (2020) was directed by Philippe Garrel and stars Logann Antuofermo, Oulaya Amamra, Louise Chevillotte.