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Impromptu

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In 1830s France, pianist/composer Frédéric Chopin is pursued romantically by the determined, individualistic woman who uses the name George Sand.

movie

Status: Released

Released Date: 1991-04-12

Runtime: 107 mins

Director: James Lapine

Writer: Sarah Kernochan

Spoken language: Français, English

Genres: Drama, Comedy, Music, Romance

Original title: Impromptu

Production Companies: Les Films Ariane, C.L.G. Films, Governor Productions, Sovereign Pictures, Hemdale Film Corporation

Production Countries: France, United Kingdom

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