Open at Night (2017)

Open at Night Poster
Original Title: Ouvert la nuit

One night to change everything. One night to save a theater, one night to change one's perspective about life. Luigi will push and pull Faeza with him everywhere around Paris an entire night to save his theater.

Overview
"Open during the night (2017)" is a French comedy-drama directed and composed by Edouard Baer. The film exhibits a fascinating blend of psychological exploration, humor, and theatrical extravagance. The story focuses on Luigi, portrayed by Baer himself, who discovered Mona, played by Sabrina Ouazani, and checked out a night filled with uncertainties, minutes of introspection and spontaneous adventures.

The Film's Plot
"Open at Night" is primarily about a single night where the protagonist, Luigi, a theater director, is on the edge of a significant premiere. Just hours far from this essential play, he finds his main actress opting out, declining to carry out due to Luigi's dismissive treatment of the theater staff. Luigi, taken aback by the unexpected shift of events, steps into the cooled Parisian night, filled with desperation and mayhem, looking for a substitute.

This is where Luigi's course crosses with Mona, a brave, self-reliant zookeeper who spends her night maternity ward sitting an orangutan. Mona, with her sheer skepticism and spirit, quickly ends up being a muse and a motivation, providing Luigi a brand-new point of view on his work and life. In addition to seeking Mona as an actress replacement, Luigi likewise battles with the challenge of encouraging her to embrace a role she does not necessarily view readily available or welcoming.

The Main Themes
Thematically incorporating a host of aspects, "Open at Night" mostly harnesses the essence of venturing into the unknown, dealing with one's inhibitions, and checking out intricate characteristics in social relationships. It follows Luigi's frenzied effort to salvage what remains of his reputation while also coming to grips with his ego, and showcasing Mona's wandering between her unanticipated acting deal and orangutan birth.

The motion picture checks out the concept of human relationships and interactions in depth. "Open in the evening" centers on how total strangers can considerably affect one another's lives through unforeseen scenarios, ushering in minutes of self-realization and improvement.

Cast and Acting
Edouard Baer's portrayal of Luigi offers the movie its core, checking out an intriguing take on creativity and desperation intermingling. Sabrina Ouazani as Mona provides a robust efficiency of a regular specific thrust into remarkable situations. The eccentric supporting cast, including artists, theater crew, and other colorful night-dwellers, even more provide an artistic touch to the movie.

Vital Reception
"Open in the evening" was popular by critics and audiences, applauding it for its creativity and fresh approach towards checking out the world of theater and human characteristics. The film's script, abundant in wit and feeling, is credited with combining a range of contrasting aspects, making it an interesting watch. Though the motion picture occasionally verges on becoming extremely whimsical, it preserves a company grip on its initial style and message, therefore producing a nuanced depiction of a single night's adventure.

Top Cast

  • Édouard Baer (small)
    Édouard Baer
    Luigi
  • Audrey Tautou (small)
    Audrey Tautou
    Nawel
  • Sabrina Ouazani (small)
    Sabrina Ouazani
    Faeza
  • Grégory Gadebois (small)
    Grégory Gadebois
    Marcel
  • Michel Galabru (small)
    Michel Galabru
    Lui-Même
  • Christophe Meynet (small)
    Christophe Meynet
    Chris
  • Jean-Michel Lahmi (small)
    Jean-Michel Lahmi
    Théo Sarapos
  • Patrick Boshart (small)
    Patrick Boshart
    Monsieur Pat
  • Marie-Ange Casta (small)
    Marie-Ange Casta
    Clara
  • Alka Balbir (small)
    Alka Balbir
    Karine
  • Lionel Abelanski (small)
    Lionel Abelanski
    Lolo