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In the Courtyard
Antoine is a musician. The forties, he suddenly decides to end his career. After a few days of wandering, he gets a job as a janitor. Mathilde lives in the old building in the east of Paris where he takes office. This is a young retiree, generous and involved, who divides his time between his associational activities and the life of the condominium. One night, she discovers a disturbing crack on the wall of his living room. Gradually, his anxiety grew to turn into panic and if the building collapsed ... Slowly, Antoine befriends the woman he feared to see slip into madness. Between slips and concerns, both form an awkward tandem, humorous and solidarity which will, perhaps, through this bad patch.
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Plot Summary
A cynical and lonely woman, suffering from severe debt, becomes obsessed with a charismatic politician who is renovating his apartment building. She contrives a plan to enter his life by posing as a tradeswoman, hoping to exploit his wealth. However, as she gets closer to him, she finds herself drawn into his world, complicating her initial intentions.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising Catherine Frot's performance but finding the plot somewhat predictable and the character motivations occasionally unbelievable. It was generally seen as a charming but not entirely original comedic drama.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Catherine Frot's compelling central performance.
Some found the storyline to be too conventional and lacking in genuine surprise.
Appreciated for its lighthearted tone and occasional moments of wit.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's entertaining nature and Catherine Frot's strong acting, though some noted that the narrative could have been more engaging or original.
Fun Fact
Catherine Frot won the Best Actress award at the Globes de Cristal for her role in this film.
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