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The Jolly Forgers

By Yolande Moreau

2023

Drama

1h43

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7.3/10

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3.5/5

Press

3.7/5

Spect.

Synopsis

Mireille Stockaert is a lonely and broken woman. In love with painting and poetry, she makes do with her work in the cafeteria of the Beaux-Arts in Namur. Her life changes when she chooses to live in the large family house she inherits. Not having the means to maintain it, she decides to take in three tenants. Three men who will upset her routine.—themoviedb

Community Reviews

Viewers find 'La fiancée du poète' a charming blend of comedy and drama, woven with threads of poetry and whimsy. The film, directed by Yolande Moreau, is praised for its tender portrayal of quirky characters and its light-hearted, albeit sometimes slow, narrative. While the ensemble cast receives accolades for their performances, some viewers felt the plot lacked depth and the pacing could drag, making the film feel longer than desired.

👍 Ensemble cast shines, particularly in their quirky roles.

👎 Some may find the pacing slow and the plot lacking depth.

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Reviews and Comments

2 reviews
Jacques Penhirin
Jacquesrated ★ 8/10
April 18, 2025

Petite comédie à la Yolande Moreau

Émile Bayet
Émilerated ★ 8/10
August 15, 2024

Casting

Yolande Moreau

Yolande Moreau

Director

Sergi López

Sergi López

Fernando

Grégory Gadebois

Grégory Gadebois

Bernard

Estéban

Estéban

Elvis

Thomas Guy

Thomas Guy

Cyril

Anne Benoit

Anne Benoit

Annie

WI

William Sheller

Père Benoît

François Morel

François Morel

Pierre

Aïssatou Diallo Sagna

Aïssatou Diallo Sagna

Aminata

Philippe Duquesne

Philippe Duquesne

Le collectionneur

Jana Bittnerova

Jana Bittnerova

La mairesse

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