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The Singer

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Alain Moreau (Gérard Depardieu) is the local lounge singer in a small French town and somewhat of a legend among his ardent female admirers. Though he sings to a packed house almost every night, Alain is all too aware that his career is coming to an end. One night, he encounters the much younger Marion (Cécile de France), whom he pursues despite her apparent disinterest. As Alain fabricates reasons to keep seeing Marion, his ex-wife and manager (Christine Citti) wonders about her own future.

Critics Reviews

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Derek Malcolm London Evening Standard 09/29/2007
4/5
Giannoli's film is as bitter as it is sweet and paints the scene with masterly precision, even if the usual comforting ending is at odds with what has gone before. Go to Full Review Anthony Quinn Independent (UK) 09/29/2007
3/5
Depardieu, utterly relaxed, is a decent crooner, and what the film lacks in strong narrative it compensates for in charm and De France's odd loveliness. Go to Full Review Tim Robey Daily Telegraph (UK) 09/28/2007
Like watching an elephant mate with a gazelle. Go to Full Review Peter Calder New Zealand Herald 01/08/2008
4/5
The prodigally productive Depardieu turns in a perfectly inflected performance, full of grace and skill and with none of the curdled cynicism a lesser actor would have brought to the role. Go to Full Review Rich Cline Shadows on the Wall 09/29/2007
4/5
Gentle humour and earthy emotion give this film a wonderfully relaxed tone that astutely captures our imagination. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

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07/22/2014 WHo knew Gerard DePardieu could sing! And well!!Next to Cecile De France, its a story of beauty & the beast, but after awhile it does start to wear on you, the songs, the indecision, and like the movie, it just doesn't get anywhere interesting. See more 12/30/2013 Excellent french film about an ageing singer who falls for a younger lady and spend the night with her.... following this brief encounter a series of event will bring them back together and change their mutual life forever. See more 10/09/2013 J'aime pas tellement C. De France et encore moins Depardieu. Donc j'ai acheté le DVD. J'ai bien aimé, bonne atmosphere, et role a contre emploi pour Depardieu. See more 04/30/2013 an enjoyable Depardieu-centred flick that drew out many chuckles. if you're corny, go for it! :) See more 08/28/2012 A bittersweet love story for middle aged men. Gerard good as always although his singing's not too convincing. See more 04/19/2012 A delight. Cecile de France is magnificent as always. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Xavier Giannoli

Director

Gérard Depardieu

Alain Moreau

Cécile de France

Marion

Mathieu Amalric

Bruno

Christine Citti

Michèle

Patrick Pineau

Daniel
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Movie Info

Synopsis Alain Moreau (Gérard Depardieu) is the local lounge singer in a small French town and somewhat of a legend among his ardent female admirers. Though he sings to a packed house almost every night, Alain is all too aware that his career is coming to an end. One night, he encounters the much younger Marion (Cécile de France), whom he pursues despite her apparent disinterest. As Alain fabricates reasons to keep seeing Marion, his ex-wife and manager (Christine Citti) wonders about her own future.
Director
Xavier Giannoli
Producer
Edouard Weil, Pierre-Ange Le Pogam
Screenwriter
Xavier Giannoli
Production Co
EuropaCorp, France 3 Cinéma
Genre
Romance, Drama, Musical
Original Language
French (France)
Release Date (DVD)
Sep 4, 2007
Runtime
1h 52m
Sound Mix
Dolby Digital