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In the Courtyard

In the Courtyard (2014)

May 02, 2014 1h 37m Drama Comedy

Antoine is a musician. The forties, he suddenly decides to end his career. After a few days of wandering, he gets a job as a janitor. Mathilde lives in the old building in the east of Paris where he takes office. This is a young retiree, generous and involved, who divides his time between his associational activities and the life of the condominium. One night, she discovers a disturbing crack on the wall of his living room. Gradually, his anxiety grew to turn into panic and if the building collapsed ... Slowly, Antoine befriends the woman he feared to see slip into madness. Between slips and concerns, both form an awkward tandem, humorous and solidarity which will, perhaps, through this bad patch.

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Directed by Pierre Salvadori

Cast

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Catherine Deneuve
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Catherine Deneuve

as Mathilde

Pio Marmaï
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Pio Marmaï

as Stéphane

Féodor Atkine
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Féodor Atkine

as Serge

Nicolas Bouchaud
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Nicolas Bouchaud

as

Gustave Kervern
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Gustave Kervern

as Antoine

Lévanah Solomon
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Lévanah Solomon

as Petite Fille Banlieue

Crew

Director
  • Pierre Salvadori
Writer
  • David Léotard
  • Pierre Salvadori

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, In the Courtyard 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 Pierre Salvadori 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 In the Courtyard took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 97 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 150 minutes long.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
  • The film contains approximately 2371 individual shots.

Historical Context

  • In 2014, when this film is released:
  • Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
  • Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: May 2, 2014
  • Runtime: 1h 37m

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