Un divan à New York (A Couch In New York) (1996)
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43% of users liked it
(110 ratings)
This is a romantic comedy with an analytical edge from noted Belgian director Chantal Akerman. Set in New York, the fun begins when freewheeling French dancer Beatrice and stodgy psychoanalyst Henry Harriston agree to exchange apartments. He will live in her bohemian Paris flat and she in his… More This is a romantic comedy with an analytical edge from noted Belgian director Chantal Akerman. Set in New York, the fun begins when freewheeling French dancer Beatrice and stodgy psychoanalyst Henry Harriston agree to exchange apartments. He will live in her bohemian Paris flat and she in his upscale, neat-as-a-pin Manhattan abode. The two have never met when they change places. Poor frazzled Henry is hoping that some quiet time in Paris will provide him with some badly needed cultural enrichment and relaxation from the demands of his wealthy clients. Unfortunately there is no rest, as he is constantly assailed by Beatrice's numerous suitors. Beatrice also deals with an onslaught of Henry's needy patients. Poor Henry can no longer stand being away and so quietly returns home. He notices a stream of patients coming from his home and they look unusually happy and well-adjusted. Even his dog looks happier. Wanting to learn her secret, Henry masquerades as a one of his own patients. It is not long before romantic sparks begin to fly. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi
- Directed By
- Chantal Akerman
- Written By
- Chantal Akerman, Jean-Louis Benoit
- Genres
- Romance, Art House & International, Comedy
R,
- In Theaters
- Feb 21, 1996 Wide
Critic Reviews
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Dennis Schwartz, Ozus' World Movie Reviews
I expected to hear canned laughter to really give it the full TV sitcom treatment.
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Cast
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William Hurt
as Henry Harriston
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Juliette Binoche
as Beatrice Saulnier
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Paul Guilfoyle
as Dennis
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Stephanie Buttle
as Anne
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Richard Jenkins
as Campton
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Kent Broadhurst
as Tim
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Barbara Garrick
as Lisbeth
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Henry Bean
as Stein
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Bernard Breuse
as Jerome
