Cannes, France — Style wins out over content in this delectable low-key French thriller by director Denis Dercourt.
The story is about Melanie (Julie Richalet), a young would-be pianist who stores up her anger for years over a slight bestowed on her by music conservatory professor Ariane Fouchecourt (Catherine Frot).
Ariane interrupts Melanie’s audition recital to sign an autograph for a fan, causing Melanie to lose focus and blow the tryout.
Melanie, now in her early ‘20s, gives up piano forever but comes back to haunt Ariane, when she is hired as a nanny to Ariane and her husband in their well-appointed mansion.
Melanie extracts her revenge with a subtle and elegant flair that leaves barely a trace yet plenty of damage.
Not Rated. 86 mins.
