Lucas, a wealthy, 43 year-old divorced businessman, is irresistibly attracted to Elsa, a 38 year old renowned sculptor from whom he has commissioned a piece to decorate the reception at his office.
Acting
Lindon and Bonnaire's restrained chemistry—every glance is loaded.
Production
Sumo wrestler in a sushi restaurant as metaphor. Obviously.
Writing
Dialogue that actually sounds like adults afraid of their own feelings.
Director
Pierre Jolivet
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Sandrine Bonnaire learned basic ceramics for the role; her sculptures in the film are genuine attempts, not props.
Released during a resurgence of French 'comédie dramatique'—this sits awkwardly between the popularity of *Amélie* and the later dominance of *Intouchables*.
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