Making Plans for Lena

Making Plans for Lena

2009 · 105 min · FR · 5.6 (51 votes)
Dir. Christophe Honoré · Starring Chiara Mastroianni, Marina Foïs, Marie-Christine Barrault, Jean-Marc Barr, Fred Ulysse, Louis Garrel · Music Alex Beaupain
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Ever since she broke up with Nigel, Lena soldiers on through life as best she can with her two kids. She valiantly overcomes the obstacles put in her way. But she has yet to confront the worst of them: Her unstoppable family has decided, by any means necessary, to make her happy.

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A gentle, bittersweet journey through the complexities of family and finding happiness. It's a quiet exploration of life's messy realities, wrapped in a charming, European sensibility. Perfect for a thoughtful, introspective mood.

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