Miquette

Miquette, a young and charming girl, lives with her mother in a small French village. The arrival of a theatrical troupe led by the charismatic actor Boulingrin, played by Louis Jouvet, turns Miquette's world upside down. As she gets involved in the drama and excitement of the troupe, she experiences love, jealousy, and the complexities of relationships. With Louis Jouvet's captivating performance and a backdrop of theatrical intrigue, Miquette et sa mère (Miquette with Louis Jouvet) explores the conflicts between desire and duty, innocence and experience. Set in the 1950s, this French film weaves a tale of passion and ambition against the colorful backdrop of a traveling theater company.

Miquette et sa mère received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. While some praised Louis Jouvet's compelling portrayal of the enigmatic Boulingrin, others found the film's plot meandering and the characters lacking depth. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 56%, with critics noting its charming period setting but criticizing its uneven pacing. IMDb users rated it 6.2/10, with reviews mentioning the film's strong performances but uneven execution. Metacritic scored it at 58, indicating mixed or average reviews. Some viewers appreciated the film's exploration of love and ambition, while others felt it fell short of its potential.