La Piscine,” released in 1969, is a French-Italian drama film directed by Jacques Deray. The film stars Alain Delon, Romy Schneider, Maurice Ronet, and Jane Birkin.
A fun fact about the film is that Alain Delon and Romy Schneider, who play the lead roles, had a real-life romantic relationship from 1958 to 1963.
Despite their breakup, they remained good friends. Schneider had taken a break from acting to focus on her family before Delon insisted she be cast in “La Piscine.”
The film proved to be a turning point in Schneider’s career, revitalizing her status as a prominent actress. The film’s plot revolves around a love triangle between two couples on vacation in the French Riviera, leading to jealousy, betrayal, and ultimately tragedy. “La Piscine” is known for its stylish cinematography, captivating performances, and suspenseful storyline.