The Assistant
Originally released in 2015. The Assistant is a thriller film. directed by Christophe Ali. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Nathalie Baye, Malik Zidi, and Johan Leysen
Synopsis
With his wife in labor, father-to-be Thomas (Malik Zidi) speeds to the hospital, and in the process, accidentally kills a young man on the road. That death sets into motion events that will change everyone’s lives forever, including the young man’s mother Marie-France (Nathalie Baye), who cannot recover from the trauma. Nine years later, Marie-France takes a job as Thomas’s secretary without him knowing about her connection to his past. As Marie-France’s maternal rage reaches tragic proportions, she insinuates herself into his life, his work and his family in this classic thriller à la Hitchcock.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 2, 2015
10 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
5.1/10
Mixed (15 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- Artémis Productions
- Tarantula
- Cinéma Defacto
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Assistant about?
With his wife in labor, father-to-be Thomas (Malik Zidi) speeds to the hospital, and in the process, accidentally kills a young man on the road. That death sets into motion events that will change ...
Who directed The Assistant?
The Assistant was directed by Christophe Ali.
How long is The Assistant?
The Assistant has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was The Assistant released?
The Assistant was released on September 2, 2015 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Assistant?
The main cast of The Assistant includes Nathalie Baye, Malik Zidi, Johan Leysen, Sabrina Seyvecou, Hervé Sogne.