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Jeanne Dielman, 23, quai du Commerce, 1080 Bruxelles is a 1975 film written and directed by Belgian filmmaker Chantal Akerman. The film premiered at the Directors' Fortnight of the 1975 Cannes Film Festival. The film initially met with mixed critical reception, with some critics criticizing it as a boring exercise in minimalism, while others praised its visuals and use of time. However, the film has gained a cult following and is widely regarded as a masterpiece.
The film explores themes of domesticity, gender roles, and the monotony of everyday life. Jeanne Dielman, 23, quai du Commerce, 1080 Bruxelles has been praised for influencing other filmmakers, including Todd Haynes, Gus Van Sant, and Céline Sciamma. The film was also recently named the greatest ever made in Sight and Sound's once-a-decade poll of critics.
Plot
Jeanne Dielman, 23, quai du Commerce, 1080 Bruxelles is a film that follows the daily routine of a widowed mother, Jeanne Dielman, over the course of three days. The film is structured around the three-afternoon visits of Jeanne's three clients, and the moment of change revolves around the second client's visit. The film's opening sequence establishes the normal routine around the first client, played by the Belgian documentary filmmaker Henri Storck.
Jeanne's daily routine consists of cooking, cleaning, running errands, and taking care of her apartment where she lives with her teenage son. She also turns the occasional trick to make ends meet. The film is known for its meticulous attention to detail and its use of long takes to create a sense of stasis and containment.
The film's themes include domesticity, gender roles, and the monotony of everyday life. The film has been praised for its influence on other filmmakers and its use of structural economy.
Finally, Jeanne Dielman, 23, quai du Commerce, 1080 Bruxelles is a film that explores the mundane aspects of daily life and the toll it takes on a person's psyche. The film's use of long takes and attention to detail creates a sense of tension and unease that builds throughout the film, culminating in a shocking climax.
Cast
- Delphine Seyrig as Jeanne Dielman
- Jan Decorte as Sylvain Dielman
- Henri Storck as the first client
- Jacques Doniol-Valcroze as the second client
- Yves Bical as the third client
Delphine Seyrig's performance as Jeanne Dielman has been widely praised and is considered one of the highlights of the film. Seyrig was a well-known French actress who had previously appeared in films such as "Last Year at Marienbad" and "The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie".
Jan Decorte, who plays Jeanne's son Sylvain, is a Belgian actor and director who has worked extensively in theater. Henri Storck, who plays the first client, was a Belgian documentary filmmaker. Jacques Doniol-Valcroze, who plays the second client, was a French film critic and director. Yves Bical, who plays the third client, was a Belgian actor.
Director: Chantal Akerman
Writer: Chantal Akerman
Box Office Gross: $3,632
Distributor: No Information
Genre: Drama
Release Date (Streaming): May 9, 2017