The Adversary
Originally released in 2002. The Adversary is a mystery/drama film. directed by Nicole Garcia. With a runtime of 2h 9m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Daniel Auteuil, Géraldine Pailhas, and François Cluzet
Synopsis
Based on the 2000 book of the same name by Emmanuel Carrère, it is inspired by the real-life story of Jean-Claude Romand. L'Adversaire's protagonist Jean-Marc Faure (Auteuil) pursues an imaginary career as a doctor of medicine in a plot more closely based on Romand's life and Carrère's book than was Laurent Cantet's 2001 film L'Emploi du Temps. The film was nominated for a Palme d'Or at the 2002 Cannes Film Festival.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 28, 2002
23 years ago
Runtime
2h 9m
129 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (187 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- StudioCanal
- Les Films Alain Sarde
- France 3 Cinéma
- Pauline's Angel
- Vega Film
- Vértigo Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Adversary about?
Based on the 2000 book of the same name by Emmanuel Carrère, it is inspired by the real-life story of Jean-Claude Romand. L'Adversaire's protagonist Jean-Marc Faure (Auteuil) pursues an imaginary ...
Who directed The Adversary?
The Adversary was directed by Nicole Garcia.
How long is The Adversary?
The Adversary has a runtime of 2 hours and 9 minutes (129 minutes total).
When was The Adversary released?
The Adversary was released on August 28, 2002 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Adversary?
The main cast of The Adversary includes Daniel Auteuil, Géraldine Pailhas, François Cluzet, François Berléand, Emmanuelle Devos.
Is The Adversary worth watching?
The Adversary has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 187 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.