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Employee of the Month

Employee of the Month (2022)

Jun 10, 2022 1h 18m Comedy Thriller

What does a lifetime of service get you? That's what Inès (Jasmina Douieb) wants to find out. As the long-time office manager for EcoCleanPro Cleaning Supplies, she's the only woman on staff in this very sexist office. She does whatever it takes to keep things running – even if it means replacing toilet paper her male coworkers can't seem to do themselves. After the regional manager's visit reveals abysmal numbers in gender pay equity at EcoCleanPro, Inès wants her dedication to pay off with a raise. Unfortunately, her request is rejected by her incompetent boss Patrick (Peter Van den Begin) and, fueled by the unfairness and under the watchful eye of Melody (Laetitia Mampaka), the new intern, Inès redoubles her efforts for compensation. When her history with Patrick rears its ugly head and leads to an accident, all hell breaks loose, and the two women must combine troubleshooting skills for possibly the biggest mess of their lives.

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Directed by Véronique Jadin

Cast

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Jasmina Douieb
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Jasmina Douieb

as Inés

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Laetitia Mampaka

as Melody

Peter van den Begin
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Peter van den Begin

as Patrick

Alex Vizorek
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Alex Vizorek

as Nico

Laurence Bibot
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Laurence Bibot

as Anna

Philippe Résimont
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Philippe Résimont

as Inspecteur Boss

Thomas Ancora
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Thomas Ancora

as Le livreur

Ingrid Heiderscheidt
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Ingrid Heiderscheidt

as Inspectrice Van Duyne

Achille Ridolfi
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Achille Ridolfi

as Jean-Paul

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Christophe Bourdon

as Jean-Pierre

Crew

Director
  • Véronique Jadin
Writer
  • Véronique Jadin
  • Nina Vanspranghe
Producer
  • Sebastian Schelenz

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Thematic Analysis

Employee of the Month represents a fascinating example of Comedy/Thriller cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.

Director Véronique Jadin 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 pacing and visual storytelling 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 Employee of the Month took approximately 19 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 78 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 121 minutes long.
  • Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
  • The musical score contains over 53 unique compositions.

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.

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Details

  • Release Date: June 10, 2022
  • Runtime: 1h 18m

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