La Joie de vivre
Originally released in 1993. La Joie de vivre is a comedy film. directed by Roger Guillot. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Michel Bouquet, Gwennola Bothorel, and Patrick Catalifo
Synopsis
Monsieur Charme is an old man, and the love of his life passed away some years ago. Despite being wealthy and in relatively good health, he finds that life without her is no longer supportable. Determined to end it all, he approaches Reine, a home-care nurse known for her willingness to bend the rules, and asks her if, in return for receiving his apartment, she will kill him. She readily agrees, and now the fun in this black comedy can begin. It seems that the old man has a nephew who is determined to thwart this scheme at all costs. A battle royal is joined between the ingenuity of the nurse and her willing victim, and the determination of his equally ingenious nephew.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Les Productions Lazennec
- France 3 Cinéma
- Investimage
- Canal+
- CNC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is La Joie de vivre about?
Monsieur Charme is an old man, and the love of his life passed away some years ago. Despite being wealthy and in relatively good health, he finds that life without her is no longer supportable. Det...
Who directed La Joie de vivre?
La Joie de vivre was directed by Roger Guillot.
How long is La Joie de vivre?
La Joie de vivre has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).
When was La Joie de vivre released?
La Joie de vivre was released on March 17, 1993 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in La Joie de vivre?
The main cast of La Joie de vivre includes Michel Bouquet, Gwennola Bothorel, Patrick Catalifo, Micheline Dax, Henri Virlogeux.