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Synopsis
This is a romantic comedy with an analytical edge from noted Belgian director Chantal Akerman. Set in New York, the fun begins when freewheeling French dancer Beatrice and stodgy psychoanalyst Henry Harriston agree to exchange apartments. He will live in her bohemian Paris flat and she in his upscale, neat-as-a-pin Manhattan abode. The two have never met when they change places. Poor frazzled Henry is hoping that some quiet time in Paris will provide him with some badly needed cultural enrichment and relaxation from the demands of his wealthy clients. Unfortunately there is no rest, as he is constantly assailed by Beatrice's numerous suitors. Beatrice also deals with an onslaught of Henry's needy patients. Poor Henry can no longer stand being away and so quietly returns home. He notices a stream of patients coming from his home and they look unusually happy and well-adjusted. Even his dog looks happier. Wanting to learn her secret, Henry masquerades as a one of his own patients. It is not long before romantic sparks begin to fly. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide

Cast

Juliette Binoche Beatrice Saulnier
Kent Broadhurst Tim
William Hurt Henry Harriston
Richard Jenkins Campton
Stephanie Buttle Anne
Paul Guilfoyle Dennis

Production Crew

Patricia Woodbridge Art Director
Dietrich Lohmann Cinematographer
Diana Elbaum Co-producer
Ingrid Windisch Co-producer
Jacqueline Pierreux Co-producer
Paolo Conte Composer (Music Score)
Sonia Wieder Atherton Composer (Music Score)
Leslie Yarmo Costume Designer
Stephane Rollot Costume Designer
Virginie Montel Costume Designer
Chantal Akerman Director
Claire Atherton Editor
Gabriel Julien-Laferriere First Assistant Director
Jean-Luc Ormieres Producer
Regine Konckier Producer
Robin O'Hara Producer
Christian Marti Production Designer
Chantal Akerman Screenwriter
Jean-Louis Benoit Screenwriter
Christian Marti Set Designer
Gerard Lamps Sound/Sound Designer
Pierre Mertens Sound/Sound Designer
Year: 1996
Runtime: 109
Country: Belgium
MPAA Rating: R
for some language
Category: Feature

Genre
Comedy
Romance