Cast
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Nicolas Bedos
as Victor de Richemont dit Adelman
Doria Tillier
as Sarah Adelman
Denis Podalydès
as Le Psy
Pierre Arditi
as Claude de Richemont
Zabou Breitman
as La directrice de l'école d'Arthur
Julien Boisselier
as Antoine de Richemont
Antoine Gouy
as Le journaliste Antoine Grillot
Christiane Millet
as Sylvie de Richemont
Lola Bessis
as Mélanie - l'étudiante
Jean-Pierre Lorit
as Marc Danchelier
Nicolas Briançon
as Le pédiatre
Ronald Guttman
as Monsieur Adelman - le père de Sarah
Joakim Latzko
as Pablo
Clémence Thioly
as Hortense - la fille de la maternité
Fleur Geffrier
as Marion
Crew
Director
- Nicolas Bedos
Writer
- Nicolas Bedos
- Doria Tillier
Producer
- Martin Metz
- Adrian Politowski
- Gilles Waterkeyn
- Nadia Khamlichi
- François Kraus
- Denis Pineau-Valencienne
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Mr & Mme Adelman 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 Nicolas Bedos 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 2017, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Mr & Mme Adelman took approximately 21 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $6.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 120 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 159 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 63 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2017, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- 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 8, 2017
- Runtime: 2h
- Budget: $5,983,685
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