Cast
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Yvan Attal
as Joseph de Rosa
Charlotte Gainsbourg
as Catherine de Rosa
Janagi
as Gracie
Mahesh
as Anthony
Corentin Lobet
as Le gendarme
Nirupama Nityanandan
as Nandini
David Quertigniez
as Employé aéroport
Jayakumar
as Dr. Anand
Kalairani
as La prêtresse
Anaël Snoek
as La sage-femme
Ishaan Azad
as Le garçon d'étage
Chandra
as La mère de Gracie
Durga
as La soeur de Gracie
Jayasurya
as Le père de Gracie
Sivanupandi
as Le vieil aveugle
Crew
Director
- Michel Spinosa
Writer
- Michel Spinosa
- Agnès de Sacy
Producer
- Patrick Sobelman
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, His Wife examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Michel Spinosa brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2014, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of His Wife took approximately 13 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 108 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 131 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 6 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The musical score contains over 73 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 7 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: March 12, 2014
- Runtime: 1h 48m