Le placard (2001)

Director:

Francis Veber

Writers:

Francis Veber (dialogue)
Francis Veber (screenplay)

Release Date:

17 January 2001 (Belgium)

Genre:

Comedy

Plot:

A man spreads the rumor of his fake homosexuality with the aid of his neighbor, to prevent his imminent firing at his work.

Plot Keywords:

Homosexuality | Accountant | Unemployment | Gay Interest | Pink Sweater

Awards:

1 win

Cast

Daniel Auteuil	...	François Pignon
Gérard Depardieu	...	Félix Santini
Thierry Lhermitte	...	Guillaume
Michèle Laroque	...	Mlle Bertrand
Jean Rochefort	...	Kopel, the director
Alexandra Vandernoot	...	Christine
Stanislas Crevillén	...	Franck
Michel Aumont	...	Belone, the neighbour
Edgar Givry	...	Mathieu
Thierry René	...	Victor (as Thierry Ashanti)
Armelle Deutsch	...	Ariane
Michèle Garcia	...	Madame Santini
Laurent Gamelon	...	Alba
Vincent Moscato	...	Ponce
Irina Ninova	...	Martine

Also Known As:

The Closet (International: English title)

MPAA:

Rated R for a scene of sexuality.

Runtime:

84 min

Country:

France

Language:

French

Color:

Color (Eastmancolor)

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Certification:

Iceland:L | Canada:PG (Ontario) | Argentina:13 | Brazil:14 | Finland:K-11 | France:U | Germany:6 (bw) | Hong Kong:IIB | Norway:11 | Portugal:M/12 | Spain:7 | Switzerland:12 (canton of Geneva) | Switzerland:12 (canton of Vaud) | UK:15 | USA:R | Australia:M

Filming Locations:

Chaville, Hauts-de-Seine, France

Company:

Gaumont

Trivia:

Director Trademark: [Francis Veber] [François Pignon]features a likeable idiot called François Pignon.

Quotes:

Belone, the neighbour: So what's wrong?
François Pignon: I'm about to get fired.
Belone, the neighbour: Well, we can avoid that.
François Pignon: How?
Belone, the neighbour: Come out of the closet.
François Pignon: I'm not gay!
Belone, the neighbour: Does that matter?

Movie Connections:

Featured in "Cinemania: Ypalliloi en drasei!" (2009)

Delightful French Farce

Frances Verber has a sharp eye and ear in capturing contemporary French attitudes and lingo for his charming screenplay, "Le Placard." Further, he's gone on to direct this comedy of mores with great aplomb.

The cast he's garnered, headed by Daniel Auteuil, is a joy to watch, each member displaying nice comic timing, and making this lightweight romp a treat. When one has the good fortune to see this film in a full theatre with a sophisticated audience, one can enjoy a fun event that really takes off.

A toast to you, M. Verber, and all of your jolly cast and crew of "Le Placard."