Antoinette dans les Cévennes is a French romantic comedy directed and written by Caroline Vignal. The film stars Laure Calamy, accompanied by Benjamin Lavernhe and Olivia Côte. The story blends humor, thwarted love and picturesque landscapes, in an original donkey-riding setting.
Antoinette dans les Cévennes will be broadcast on France 2 on Sunday April 27, 2025 at 9:10pm.
Discover the trailer for Antoinette dans les Cévennes, a romantic comedy in a unique natural setting.
Synopsis: Antoinette has been waiting months for summer and the promise of a romantic week with her lover, Vladimir. So when he cancels their vacation to go hiking in the Cévennes with his wife and daughter, Antoinette doesn't think for long: she sets off in his footsteps! But when she arrives, there's no Vladimir - only Patrick, a recalcitrant donkey who will accompany her on her singular journey...
The film might appeal to viewers who enjoy French-style comedies of manners such as Camille redouble or Les Émotifs anonymes. The script is based on a quirky, endearing situation, played out by a spontaneous, determined heroine played by Laure Calamy.
Hiking in the Cévennes becomes a pretext for introspection, punctuated by comical surprises and unexpected encounters, in a style that blends tenderness and situational comedy.
The film was shot in the authentic landscapes of the Cévennes National Park. Laure Calamy won the César for Best Actress in 2021, and the film was a great success with the public. The character of Patrick the donkey also made a lasting impression, becoming one of the most talked-about elements of the film.
With its bittersweet humor and wilderness setting, Antoinette dans les Cévennes follows in the tradition of sensitive , original French comedies . The film offers a light-hearted yet sincere look at relationships and the quest for self, in a format accessible to a wide audience.
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