The Man Who Laughs

The Man Who Laughs

2012 · 93 min · FR · 6.0 (78 votes)
Dir. Jean-Pierre Améris · Starring Gérard Depardieu, Marc-André Grondin, Emmanuelle Seigner, Christa Théret, Arben Bajraktaraj, Serge Merlin · Music Stéphane Moucha
Drama

During a winter storm, Ursus offers shelter to two orphans, Gwynplaine and Déa; some years later, they are still living together. Gwynplaine has become a famous star, but his success threatens his relationships with Déa and Ursus.

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A somber, character-driven drama that feels like a beautiful, tragic painting. It's a slow, deliberate exploration of love and identity set against a stark, melancholic backdrop. Prepare for a deeply emotional, wistful experience.

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