8 Women
8 Women

8 Women

2002Movie111 minFrench

Eight women gather to celebrate Christmas in a snowbound cottage, only to find the family patriarch dead with a knife in his back. Trapped in the house, every woman becomes a suspect, each having her own motive and secret.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users84%
Director: François OzonGenres: Comedy, Drama, Musical, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a secluded mansion in the French countryside, a wealthy patriarch is found stabbed to death in his bed. His an eccentric family and staff, all women, are trapped by a snowstorm and must uncover the killer amongst themselves. As secrets and rivalries surface, the investigation takes a darkly comedic and musical turn, revealing the complicated relationships and hidden desires of the eight women.

Critical Reception

François Ozon's "8 Women" was a critical and commercial success, praised for its unique blend of genres and its star-studded cast. Critics lauded its stylish direction, witty dialogue, and the performances of its ensemble, particularly Catherine Deneuve and Fanny Ardant. While some found its musical numbers jarring, the film was largely celebrated for its audacious creativity and its bold exploration of female relationships and sexuality.

What Reviewers Say

  • A visually stunning and audaciously entertaining musical mystery.
  • Features powerhouse performances from an all-star cast of French actresses.
  • Its blend of genre elements is unique, though some may find the musical numbers out of place.

Google audience: Audiences generally loved the film's bold and unique style, theatrical flair, and the strong performances from its lead actresses. Many appreciated the clever mystery and the entertaining musical numbers, finding it a refreshing and stylish cinematic experience.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Silver Bear for Outstanding Artistic Contribution at the Berlin International Film Festival. Nominated for numerous César Awards, including Best Actress for Fanny Ardant and Danielle Darrieux.

Fun Fact

The film features an ensemble cast of some of the most celebrated actresses in French cinema, with each of the eight women getting a solo musical number.

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