Happily Ever After (2004)
The French comedy drama film, Happily Ever After (2004), explores the concept of fidelity through the intertwined storylines of three friends and their tumultuous relationships. The film gained popularity in North America after its English release, and is often praised for featuring a lengthy cameo by the talented Johnny Depp, who impressively speaks fluent French.
The story begins with Vincent and Gabrielle playfully bantering at a bar. Despite the attention from other possible suitors, Vincent seems to have won over Gabrielle’s heart. However, their supposed game of courtship is just a facade – they are already married and have a child. The remainder of the film delves into the complexities of love, marriage, contentment, desires, and how physical intimacy factors into it all. Ultimately, it questions why true satisfaction seems unattainable for anyone.
Date of download: 2015-11-11T17:22:34+00:00
Cast:  Charlotte GainsbourgGabrielle  Yvan AttalVincent  Alain ChabatGeorges  Alain CohenFred  Emmanuelle SeignerNathalie  Johnny DeppL'inconnu |
The French comedy drama film, Happily Ever After (2004), explores the concept of fidelity through the intertwined storylines of three friends and their tumultuous relationships. The film gained popularity in North America after its English release, and is often praised for featuring a lengthy cameo by the talented Johnny Depp, who impressively speaks fluent French.
The story begins with Vincent and Gabrielle playfully bantering at a bar. Despite the attention from other possible suitors, Vincent seems to have won over Gabrielle’s heart. However, their supposed game of courtship is just a facade – they are already married and have a child. The remainder of the film delves into the complexities of love, marriage, contentment, desires, and how physical intimacy factors into it all. Ultimately, it questions why true satisfaction seems unattainable for anyone.
