Ariane is convinced that her boyfriend, Jean-Jacques, is having fantasies about another woman, Élisabeth. In an attempt to save their relationship, Ariane encourages Jean-Jacques to pursue Élisabeth, believing that this is the best way to free him from his own desires. Jean-Jacques presents himself at Élisabeth's house, not realising that she is the daughter of the French President.
Writing
Dialogue so French it practically smokes Gauloises.
Acting
Mouret's nervous energy as director-star is cringe-perfect.
Director
Emmanuel Mouret
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Mouret wrote, directed, and starred—his signature move across multiple romantic comedies.
The President's daughter as unobtainable fantasy plays on French political celebrity culture circa 2009.
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