La Double Inconstance
La Double Inconstance

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La Double Inconstance

1982
Movie
135 min
French

A staging of Marivaux's play "The Double Inconstancy" by Jean-Luc Boutté.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: Jean-Luc BouttéGenres: Comedy, Romance, Drama, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In a world where love is treated as a commodity and arranged marriages are the norm, a Duke is set to marry a Princess. However, he secretly harbors a passionate love for Silvia, a woman of humble origins. To overcome societal barriers and his own family's machinations, the Duke and Silvia embark on a complex and often humorous journey of deception and self-discovery.

Critical Reception

La Double Inconstance received a generally positive reception, appreciated for its inventive staging and the performances of its lead actors. Critics often highlighted its theatricality and the unique blend of classical themes with modern sensibility, though some found its allegorical nature occasionally dense.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visually striking and theatrical presentation.

  • Noted for strong performances, particularly from the central couple.

  • Appreciated for its witty dialogue and exploration of themes of love and societal constraints.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film is an adaptation of Marivaux's 18th-century play of the same name, known for its exploration of psychological complexities in love and social hierarchy.

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