The Closet (2001) movie poster

The Closet (2001)

Le Placard
"Sometimes to save your skin, you have to come out of the closet... or go in!"
ThumbScore
👍 83%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 78% (RT: 85%, MC: 72) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Comedy

Where to Watch

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Director
Runtime
1h 24m
Country
France
Language
French
TMDB Rating
6.4/10 (513 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
85%
Metacritic
72
Cast
Daniel Auteuil as François Pignon
Gérard Depardieu as Félix Santini
Thierry Lhermitte as Guillaume, the Director of Public Relations
Michèle Laroque as Miss Bertrand
Michel Aumont as Belone, le voisin de Pignon
Jean Rochefort as Kopel, le directeur de l'usine
Edgar Givry as Mathieu
Most people think so. 83% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 513 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 78%.
Overview
A man spreads the rumor of his fake homosexuality with the aid of his neighbor, to prevent his imminent firing at his work. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Francis Veber cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The iconic poster for The Closet was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Daniel Auteuil spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

The Closet is a 2001 comedy film directed by Francis Veber. A man spreads the rumor of his fake homosexuality with the aid of his neighbor, to prevent his imminent firing at his work. The film has been rated by 513 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, The Closet delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Closet (2001) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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