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The Great Alibi 2008

★ 5.260 votes93 min📅 2008-04-30

In *The Great Alibi (2008)*, directed by the astute Pascal Bonitzer, the idyllic weekend getaway at a Parisian mansion takes a sinister turn when psychoanalyst Pierre Collier is found dead, his wife Claire wielding the smoking gun.

Director: Pascal Bonitzer

Cast

Miou-Miou
Miou-Miou
Eliane Pages
Valeria Bruni Tedeschi
Valeria Bruni Tedeschi
Esther Bachmann
Lambert Wilson
Lambert Wilson
Pierre Collier
Pierre Arditi
Pierre Arditi
Henri Pages
Anne Consigny
Anne Consigny
Claire Collier
Mathieu Demy
Mathieu Demy
Philippe Léger
Maurice Bénichou
Maurice Bénichou
Commandant Grange
Céline Sallette
Céline Sallette
Marthe
Agathe Bonitzer
Agathe Bonitzer
Chloé
Dany Brillant
Dany Brillant
Michel - le chauffeur et factotum de Léa

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Great Alibi (2008) about?

*The Great Alibi (2008)* follows a lavish weekend at a Parisian mansion turned crime scene when a respected psychoanalyst is found dead. Claire, his wife, is caught with the smoking gun, but as the investigation unfolds, the truth proves far more complex than a simple confession.

Who directed The Great Alibi?

Pascal Bonitzer, a French filmmaker known for his sharp, character-driven narratives, directed *The Great Alibi*.

Who stars in The Great Alibi?

The film features Miou-Miou, Valeria Bruni Tedeschi, Lambert Wilson, Pierre Arditi, and Anne Consigny in pivotal roles.

Is The Great Alibi (2008) worth watching?

For fans of cerebral thrillers, *The Great Alibi (2008)* offers a compelling blend of mystery and psychological tension. While not a blockbuster, its strong cast and Bonitzer's direction make it a solid pick for a suspenseful evening.

How long is The Great Alibi?

The film runs for 93 minutes.

About The Great Alibi (2008) — A Parisian thriller unraveling secrets and murder

In *The Great Alibi (2008)*, directed by the astute Pascal Bonitzer, the idyllic weekend getaway at a Parisian mansion takes a sinister turn when psychoanalyst Pierre Collier is found dead, his wife Claire wielding the smoking gun. What begins as a refined gathering among the elite—including senator Henri Pagès and his circle—unravels into a high-stakes mystery where appearances deceive and trust is fragile. Bonitzer crafts a tense atmosphere where every character's motive lurks beneath polished smiles, blending psychological depth with the precision of a thriller.

The film thrives on ambiguity, weaving themes of deception, obsession, and the fragility of human relationships within its 93-minute runtime. With a stellar cast led by Miou-Miou, Valeria Bruni Tedeschi, Lambert Wilson, and Pierre Arditi, *The Great Alibi (2008)* delivers a cerebral yet gripping narrative that lingers long after the credits roll.