Synopsis
After breaking into a house he believes is empty, thief Olivier is caught by the owner, Ariane, who turns out to be a dominatrix. Improbably falling for her, Olivier returns periodically, and an impulsive romance blossoms despite Ariane's profession. Soon Olivier becomes more familiar with her work, even joining in on occasion. However, when he discovers that Ariane has a son, he attempts to "fix" her, hoping to give her a better life.
Key facts
Cast
Gérard Depardieu, Bulle Ogier
Original language
French
Production companies
FILMS DU LOSANGE, GAUMONT
Setting
Paris
Crew
Screenplay
Barbet Schroeder, P. Youjargol
Producer
Pierre Andrieux
Cinematography
Nestor Almendros
Editing
Denise de Casabianca
Music
Carlos d' Alessio
Trailer
Stills
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Festival History
- L'Étrange Festival 2022 - Carte blanche
Titles
| Original title | Maîtresse | French |
| Alternate title | Mistress |
Versions & editions
| Original version (French) |
Full credits
| Director | Barbet Schroeder |
| Cast | Gérard Depardieu, Bulle Ogier |
| Screenplay | Barbet Schroeder, P. Youjargol |
| Producer | Pierre Andrieux |
| Cinematography | Nestor Almendros |
| Editing | Denise de Casabianca |
| Music | Carlos d' Alessio |
Source: Cinémathèque québécoise, linked catalogue data (CC BY 4.0)
