The Closet
"Sometimes to save your skin, you have to come out of the closet... or go in!"
Originally released in 2001. The Closet is a comedy film. directed by Francis Veber. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Daniel Auteuil, Gérard Depardieu, and Thierry Lhermitte
Synopsis
A man spreads the rumor of his fake homosexuality with the aid of his neighbor, to prevent his imminent firing at his work.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 17, 2001
25 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (508 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Director
Top Cast
Daniel Auteuil
as François Pignon
Gérard Depardieu
as Félix Santini
Thierry Lhermitte
as Guillaume, the Director of Public Relations
Michèle Laroque
as Miss Bertrand
Michel Aumont
as Belone, le voisin de Pignon
Jean Rochefort
as Kopel, le directeur de l'usine
Alexandra Vandernoot
as Christine
Edgar Givry
as Mathieu
Irina Ninova
as Martine
Marianne Groves
as Suzanne
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Gaumont
- EFVE
- Canal+
- TF1 Films Production
- Miramax
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Closet about?
A man spreads the rumor of his fake homosexuality with the aid of his neighbor, to prevent his imminent firing at his work.
Who directed The Closet?
The Closet was directed by Francis Veber.
How long is The Closet?
The Closet has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was The Closet released?
The Closet was released on January 17, 2001 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Closet?
The main cast of The Closet includes Daniel Auteuil, Gérard Depardieu, Thierry Lhermitte, Michèle Laroque, Michel Aumont.
Is The Closet worth watching?
The Closet has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 508 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.