The Merry Widow (2007 film)
| Company type | Film |
|---|---|
| Industry | Film industry |
| Founded | 2007 |
| Founder | Isabelle Mergault (director) |
| Products | Comedy film |
| Parent | Gaumont |
The Merry Widow () is a 2007 French comedic film directed by Isabelle Mergault featuring performances by Michèle Laroque and Jacques Gamblin. Backed and released by Gaumont, this production was made with a budget of $7.6 million and achieved a box office return of $22.7 million.
Plot
Anne-Marie Gratigny, married to the well-known plastic surgeon Gilbert, experiences a life of affluence yet dissatisfaction. Overlooked by her spouse, she maintains an affair with Leo, a shipbuilder engaged in a significant venture in China. Just as she prepares to leave her husband, Anne-Marie is informed of Gilbert's unexpected fatal car crash. Although she feels a sense of relief, she must navigate familial expectations to grieve and hide her genuine emotions, which complicates her intention to reunite with Leo overseas.
Cast
- Michèle Laroque as Anne-Marie Gratigny
- Jacques Gamblin as Léo Labaume
- Wladimir Yordanoff as Gilbert Gratigny
- Tom Morton as Christophe Gratigny
- Valérie Mairesse as Nicole
- Claire Nadeau as Viviane
- Éva Darlan as Catherine
- Caroline Raynaud as Alexia Gratigny
- Paul Crauchet as Gaby Gratigny
- Michel Lagueyrie as Michel
- Choukri Gabteni as Saadi
- Franck Pitiot as Maurice
- Fabienne Chaudat as The neighbor