Watch The Chef's Wife On a failli
- NR
- 2016
- 1 hr 31 min
The Chef's Wife (On a failli être amies) is a French comedy-drama film that revolves around the life of Marithé (Karin Viard), a working-class woman who dreams of a better life. She works for a catering company and has been married to her husband, Nico (Roschdy Zem), for over 20 years. Nico is a talented chef and along with his business partner, Fred (Philippe Rebbot), they run a successful restaurant.
The story takes an interesting turn when Marithé's old friend, Carole (Emmanuelle Devos), whom she hasn't seen in years, contacts her. Carole is wealthy, lives in Los Angeles, and is going through a divorce. She's looking for a job, and Marithé, who is feeling unfulfilled in her own life, offers her a job at Nico and Fred's restaurant despite her lack of experience.
As Carole settles into her new job, Marithé becomes increasingly envious of Carole's glamorous life and starts to question her own choices. She's also conflicted by her growing attraction to Carole, complicating her already strained marriage with Nico.
The film tackles themes of self-discovery, identity, and the complexities of relationships. The cast delivers strong performances, with Viard and Devos portraying the two different sides of the social ladder with nuance and authenticity. Zem and Rebbot, though not in the spotlight as much, bring a lightheartedness and humor to the film.
Director Anne Le Ny navigates the shifts in tone with ease, balancing moments of levity with more poignant moments of introspection. The cinematography captures the charm and beauty of Paris and its people, adding another layer of richness to an already textured story.
The Chef's Wife is a delightful and thought-provoking film that provides a refreshing take on the age-old question of what it means to be happy. While it may not offer clear-cut answers, it encourages viewers to look deeper within themselves and their relationships for the answers they seek.
The Chef's Wife On a failli is a 2016 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 31 minutes.