Molière
Taking this wee mystery, French writer/director Laurent Tirard creates an elaborate historical fiction. Moli?re’s release is orchestrated by Monsieur Jourdain, a rich man who wants the young thespian to help rehearse a one-act play he’s written with the aim of seducing a beautiful widow. As Jourdain is married to Elmire, and is the "respectable" father of two daughters his design must remain secret so Moli?re is introduced into the house as Tartuffe, an austere priest. Under this deceit, Moli?re begins on an adventure of theatre, danger and romance (the latter with Jourdain’s wife). The concept being that this diversion gave the young playwright the characters and ideas for his future great works.
- Director:
- Laurent Tirard ('The Story of My Life')
- Writer:
- Laurent TirardGr
- Cast:
- Romain DurisFabrice LuchiniLaura MoranteEdouard BaerLudivine SagnierFanny Valette
Reviews & comments
The New York Times
pressMr. Duris, hairy and snaggletoothed, has the look of a man stricken less by passion or inspiration than by indigestion.
The Guardian
pressRomain Duris may be a superb actor, but a light comedian he ain't. The farcical business of climbing up walls, and ogling unclothed young women through the windows isn't really his style.
New Zealand Herald
pressIt's a vigorous, exuberant romp, sustained by Duris' wonderful performance and containing what must be the sexiest scene in the history of cinema involving two people in different rooms.
Newshub
pressThe temptation for many critics has been to compare Moliere to John Madden's witty and seductive Shakespeare in Love. In this case, that is not too bad a thing. Both movies sparkle with comedy and romance, and have fictional story lines that are both enjoyable and easy to believe.
Christchurch Press
pressAll will appreciate the opulent set decorations and impressive costumes which are given full reign by Tirad, and his use of two mirrors to create one of the most inventive and cleverest "romantic" scenes ever captured on celluloid. That said, don't expect something akin to Dangerous Liaisons – this crackles with witty banter rather than sexual frisson. But at least there is plenty of candy for the eye with Gallic heartthrob du jour Duris, the fetching Sagnier and Morante.
BBC
pressA sprightly romp, and Romain Duris drips with goofy Gallic charm as the young wannabe 'artiste'.
The New York Times
pressMr. Duris, hairy and snaggletoothed, has the look of a man stricken less by passion or inspiration than by indigestion.
The Guardian
pressRomain Duris may be a superb actor, but a light comedian he ain't. The farcical business of climbing up walls, and ogling unclothed young women through the windows isn't really his style.
New Zealand Herald
pressIt's a vigorous, exuberant romp, sustained by Duris' wonderful performance and containing what must be the sexiest scene in the history of cinema involving two people in different rooms.
Newshub
pressThe temptation for many critics has been to compare Moliere to John Madden's witty and seductive Shakespeare in Love. In this case, that is not too bad a thing. Both movies sparkle with comedy and romance, and have fictional story lines that are both enjoyable and easy to believe.
Christchurch Press
pressAll will appreciate the opulent set decorations and impressive costumes which are given full reign by Tirad, and his use of two mirrors to create one of the most inventive and cleverest "romantic" scenes ever captured on celluloid. That said, don't expect something akin to Dangerous Liaisons – this crackles with witty banter rather than sexual frisson. But at least there is plenty of candy for the eye with Gallic heartthrob du jour Duris, the fetching Sagnier and Morante.
BBC
pressA sprightly romp, and Romain Duris drips with goofy Gallic charm as the young wannabe 'artiste'.
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