Party of Fools
Paris, 1894. Who is Fanni, who claims to be voluntarily locked up in a women-only mental institution? Searching for her mother among the multitude of so-called 'madwomen', Fanni discovers a community of modern heroines who defy her expectations, along with the unexpected friendship of fellow patients. The sumptuous and renowned 'Party of Fools' of the asylum is in preparation. Politicians, artists, and socialites will flock to it. It’s her last hope of escaping the closing trap.
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Party of Fools
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 24, 2024
Runtime
2h 2m
Genres
Drama, History, Thriller
User Score
56%
Original Title
Captives
Production Companies
Prélude, France 2 Cinéma, Elle Driver, Wild Bunch, Canal+, Ciné+, Région Normandie, Sacem, Région Hauts-de-France, Pictanovo, Cinémage 17, Cinéaxe 4, Cofimage 34, La Région Île-de-France
Director
Arnaud des Pallières
Budget
$6,000,000
Revenue
$703,176
Description
Paris, 1894. Who is Fanni, who claims to be voluntarily locked up in a women-only mental institution? Searching for her mother among the multitude of so-called 'madwomen', Fanni discovers a community of modern heroines who defy her expectations, along with the unexpected friendship of fellow patients. The sumptuous and renowned 'Party of Fools' of the asylum is in preparation. Politicians, artists, and socialites will flock to it. It’s her last hope of escaping the closing trap.