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In 1977 France, tightfisted factory owner Robert Pujol is so shocked when his workers strike for higher wages that he suffers a heart attack. His acquiescent wife, Suzanne, whose father had founded the factory, takes over management duties during Robert's convalescence.
Kate, a former tabloid journalist, marries a wealthy older businessman, much to the dismay of his two adult daughters. As the family navigates their new dynamic, Kate finds herself caught between the manipulative daughters and her husband's declining health, forcing her to confront her own motivations and the true meaning of family.
The made-for-television film 'Trophy Wife' received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to its formulaic plot and predictable character arcs. While some appreciated the performances, particularly Gail O'Grady, the overall sentiment was that the film failed to offer a fresh perspective on its explored themes.
Relies on tired tropes and a predictable narrative.
Performances are serviceable but cannot elevate the material.
Lacks depth and originality in its exploration of family dynamics.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Trophy Wife' is not widely available through aggregated Google reviews. Those that exist suggest a division, with some viewers finding it a tolerable, albeit uninspired, television movie, while others found it to be cliché and poorly executed.
While the film was released in 2010, it was based on a concept that was also explored in the 1980s TV movie 'Trophy Wives'.
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I enjoyed Catherine Deneuve's performance in this worm that turns comedy. She's "Suzanne" - the self-acknowledged "trophy wife" of local factory owner and serial cheater "Robert" (Fabrice Luchini). Their son "Laurent" (Jérémie Renier - remi...