Les Montagnes russes
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Les Montagnes russes

2.0 / 10 2012NR French
Comedy

Storyline

A mature man and father takes advantage of the temporary absence of his wife and son, who have gone on vacation for the week, to try his hand at a romantic adventure. He stayed in Paris for work, while she, young, pretty, smiling, and lonely, was in the bar that evening, just like him. He is not exactly her age, but let's say he has the attractive physique of a man who is graying elegantly. They quickly hit it off, and he invites her to come back to his place for one last drink...

Cast & Crew

Bernard Tapie

Bernard Tapie

Lead
Romane Portail

Romane Portail

What People Are Saying

1.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Philippe Hersen's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
3.0
Every frame feels alive. Les Montagnes russes is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker