Divorce Club: A Hilarious and Heartfelt Look at the Ups and Downs of Marriage
A Film by Michaël Youn Starring Arnaud Ducret and François-Xavier Demaison
Overview
Divorce Club is a 2020 French comedy film directed by Michaël Youn and starring Arnaud Ducret and François-Xavier Demaison. The film follows Ben, a man who discovers on his fifth wedding anniversary that his wife is cheating on him. Humiliated and devastated, Ben struggles to cope with the aftermath of his divorce.
Plot
Ben is a successful architect who has been married to his wife, Sarah, for five years. On their anniversary, Ben plans a romantic evening for the two of them. However, his plans are shattered when he sees Sarah kissing another man.
Ben is devastated by the betrayal and files for divorce. He moves in with his friends, Valérie and Patrick, who try to help him adjust to his new reality. Ben struggles to cope with the loneliness and heartbreak of his divorce, but eventually begins to rebuild his life.
Critical Reception
Divorce Club received positive reviews from critics, who praised the film's humor and heart. The film was also a commercial success, grossing over $10 million at the box office.
Awards
Divorce Club won the Grand Prix at the 2020 Alpe d'Huez International Comedy Film Festival.
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