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(internationally released as The Names of Love ) is a 2010 French romantic comedy directed by Michel Leclerc . The film is celebrated for its inventive and humorous exploration of identity, politics, and historical memory in contemporary France. Core Premise & Characters

The film uses a "mismatched lovers" trope to dive into heavy social issues with a whimsical touch: Le nom des gens

: It touches on the legacy of the Holocaust and the Algerian War , using humor to navigate these "skeletons in the closet". (internationally released as The Names of Love )

The story follows two characters with vastly different personalities and backgrounds whose lives intersect: The story follows two characters with vastly different

: A young, extroverted left-wing activist who believes in "making love, not war". She literally tries to convert her political opponents—typically conservative or right-wing men—by sleeping with them.

: The film includes specific cultural references and even features a priceless cameo from former French Prime Minister Lionel Jospin .