Cast
View AllPhilippe Bas
as Alban Dutertre
Pauline Bression
as Bérénice
Édouard Montoute
as Patrice
François-Eric Gendron
as Louis
Jean-Marie Winling
as Charles Dutertre
Lucia Passaniti
as Lisa Pasquier
Olivier Chantreau
as Léo
Anton Rival
as Amaury
Agathe de La Boulaye
as Nicole
Victor Lalmanach
as Axel
Viviana Mattei
as Bianca Rossi
Laurent Seron-Keller
as Christian Subaret
Clément Bertani
as Sébastien Morand
Hélène Stadnicki
as Constance Lagarde
Olivia N'Ganga
as La légiste
Crew
Director
- Sylvie Ayme
Writer
- Isabelle Polin
- Eric Delafosse
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, L'oubliée d'Amboise 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 Sylvie Ayme 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 2022, 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 L'oubliée d'Amboise took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 96 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 147 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 13 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2022, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: April 3, 2022
- Runtime: 1h 36m