Agathe Cléry
Agathe Cléry

Agathe Cléry

2008Movie113 minFrench

Agathe Clery, a marketing manager for a cosmetics company, is snobbish, stubborn and racist. When she is diagnosed with Addison Syndrome, an disorder that darkens the pigmentation of one's skin, she suddenly finds herself resembling a black woman.

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IMDb5.5/10
Google Users70%
Director: Étienne ChatiliezGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Agathe Cléry is a successful, career-driven marketing executive who is completely devoted to her work and has no time for personal relationships. When her company is acquired, she finds herself unexpectedly forced to interact with a diverse group of people, including those with disabilities, which challenges her preconceived notions and forces her to re-evaluate her life and priorities.

Critical Reception

Agathe Cléry received a mixed reception from critics, with many finding its comedic premise somewhat predictable and its social commentary heavy-handed. While some appreciated Valérie Lemercier's performance and the film's attempts at humor and social awareness, others felt it didn't quite live up to its potential, often falling into cliché territory. Audience reception was also varied, with some enjoying the lighthearted comedy and its message, while others found it to be less impactful than intended.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a comedy of errors based on prejudice and workplace dynamics.
  • Valérie Lemercier's performance is often cited as a highlight, though sometimes overshadowed by a predictable plot.
  • The movie's social message is present but not always skillfully integrated into the humor.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a decent comedy with an underlying message about acceptance and tolerance, though some noted that the humor could be a bit unsubtle and the story followed a familiar path.

Fun Fact

The film's premise of a career-focused woman being forced to confront societal prejudices was a departure for director Étienne Chatiliez, known more for his earlier comedies like 'Le Père Noël est une ordure'.

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