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Driving Madeleine

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Driving Madeleine

Released Jan 12, 2024

1h 31m

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Drama

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Madeleine, 92 years old, calls a taxi to take her to the retirement home where she will be living. Charles, a disillusioned driver with a tender heart, agrees to drive by the places that affected Madeleine's life. Through the streets of Paris, her extraordinary past is revealed. They don't know it yet, but they will forge a friendship during this drive that will change their lives forever.

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Fueled by the sparkling chemistry between Line Renaud and Dany Boon, Driving Madeleine proves a sweetly sentimental drama that deftly tugs the heartstrings.

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Odie Henderson

Boston Globe

“Driving Madeleine” is held together by the funny and dignified performances of its two leads.

Rated: 3/4

Jan 19, 2024

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Randy Myers

San Jose Mercury News

Madeleine is a showcase for its two leads; both are exceptional. So is the film, which gently reminds us to feel compassion for others since we never quite know where another person has been or where they might be going.

Rated: 3/4

Jan 17, 2024

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Christian Zilko

IndieWire

While each flashback gets more and more grating, Line Renaud’s charm makes the present an increasingly welcoming place to return to.

Rated: B-

Jan 12, 2024

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Sarah Boslaugh

TheArtsStl

The destination may be predetermined, but before you reach it director Christian Carion takes you a lot of places you didn’t expect to go...

Rated: 7/10

Jan 16, 2025

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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat

Spirituality & Practice

An emotional French film about sharing stories, deep listening, and a transformative friendship.

Rated: 4.5/5

Dec 23, 2024

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Dana Barbuto

Boston Movie News

If you’re in need of a lift, take the heartwarming French drama “Driving Madeleine” for a spin.

Rated: B+

Jul 4, 2024

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Lynn

So nice to see Paris. The actress was unknown to me but she was beautiful. Very sweet and heart warming film

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/06/24

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Dr. J

An excellent bittersweet tale with both laughs and tears. On the surface, it appears like "Driving Miss Daisy" and indeed it is an exploration to 2 individuals who come from very different worlds. But it goes to places unexpected to reveal each the strengths as well as flaws, of each. Excellent acting, and nice ride through Paris!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/05/24

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Michael

I found Madeleine's back story a total surprise and very touching.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/05/24

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Ina

Sweet and touching...

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/04/24

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Barbara

Poignant and moving and made in the aesthetic of the old French movies we all loved. Many people sat through the end of the credits, and at the very end we all started talking about how beautiful this film was. When does that ever happen these days? Truly a lovely film. OK.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/04/24

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Daniel

Lyne Renaud at 95 years old was very touching, The road trip showed us the streets of Paris.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

02/01/24

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Synopsis

Madeleine, 92 years old, calls a taxi to take her to the retirement home where she will be living. Charles, a disillusioned driver with a tender heart, agrees to drive by the places that affected Madeleine's life. Through the streets of Paris, her extraordinary past is revealed. They don't know it yet, but they will forge a friendship during this drive that will change their lives forever.

Director: Christian Carion
Producer: Laure Irrmann, Christian Carion
Screenwriter: Cyril Gely, Christian Carion
Distributor: Cohen Media Group
Production Co: Une Hirondelle Productions, Doco Digital
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: French (France)
Release Date (Theaters): Jan 12, 2024, Limited
Release Date (DVD): Mar 19, 2024
Box Office (Gross USA): $168.2K
Runtime: 1h 31m
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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