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Not on the Lips (2003)

5.620031h 55mFR
ComedyRomance

Directed by Alain Resnais

Rating

5.6/10

Runtime

1h 55m

Language

FR

Release

December 3, 2003

Director

Alain Resnais

Overview

A musical drawing room farce set in Paris in October, 1925. Gilberte, in middle-age, flirts with men but loves her husband Georges, wishing he were more demonstrative. He's negotiating a deal with an American, Eric Thomson, who turns out to be Gilberte's first husband from an annulled and secret sta...

Cast

Sabine Azéma

Sabine Azéma

Gilberte Valandray

Isabelle Nanty

Isabelle Nanty

Arlette Poumaillac

Audrey Tautou

Audrey Tautou

Huguette Verberie

Pierre Arditi

Pierre Arditi

Georges Valandray

Darry Cowl

Darry Cowl

Madame Foin

Jalil Lespert

Jalil Lespert

Charley

Daniel Prévost

Daniel Prévost

Faradel

Lambert Wilson

Lambert Wilson

Eric Thomson

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Not on the Lips (2003), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A musical drawing room farce set in Paris in October, 1925. Gilberte, in middle-age, flirts with men but loves her husband Georges, wishing he were more demonstrative. He's negotiating a deal with an American, Eric Thomson, who turns out to be Gilberte's first husband from an annulled and secret stateside marriage. Along with her sister Arlette, Gilberte begs Eric not to tell Georges about the marriage. Meanwhile, a young artist, Charly, pursues Gilberte while Arlette tries to match him with the young Huguette, who loves him. Will Eric play along or try to re-win Gilberte's affection? Can Gilberte play one off against another? And who will manage to kiss whom on the lips?

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Not on the Lips. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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