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The Dinner Guest

September 19, 2007 1h 26m 5.5/10 (114 votes)

Originally released in 2007. The Dinner Guest is a comedy film. directed by Laurent Bouhnik. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Daniel Auteuil, Valérie Lemercier, and Thierry Lhermitte

Synopsis

Fifty years old, three years past of unemployment, benefits decreasing very quickly... Gerard is at the end of the rope when a position is offered him in Indonesia. To win the favor of his new employer, Gerard invites him to dinner at home. Fatal Error ! Terrified at the idea of not being up to par, his wife Colette begs Alexandre, their neighbor to help. Communication guru, Alexander accepts the challenge and gives a makeover to the couple in twenty-four hours. Apartment, decoration, lifestyle, dinner menu, uniforms, culture... Everything !

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 19, 2007 18 years ago
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Runtime 1h 26m 86 minutes total
User Rating 5.5/10 Mixed (114 votes)
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Language French Original language
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Country France Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR

Production Companies

  • EuropaCorp
  • TF1 Films Production
  • Sofica EuropaCorp

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Dinner Guest about?

Fifty years old, three years past of unemployment, benefits decreasing very quickly... Gerard is at the end of the rope when a position is offered him in Indonesia. To win the favor of his new empl...

Who directed The Dinner Guest?

The Dinner Guest was directed by Laurent Bouhnik.

How long is The Dinner Guest?

The Dinner Guest has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).

When was The Dinner Guest released?

The Dinner Guest was released on September 19, 2007 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Dinner Guest?

The main cast of The Dinner Guest includes Daniel Auteuil, Valérie Lemercier, Thierry Lhermitte, Hippolyte Girardot, Artus de Penguern.

Is The Dinner Guest worth watching?

The Dinner Guest has a user rating of 5.5/10 based on 114 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.