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Love on the Quiet 1985

★ 5.224 votes100 min📅 1985-02-27
ComedyRomance

Édouard Molinaro's *Love on the Quiet (1985)* delivers a witty, sophisticated comedy-romance that explores the absurdity of modern relationships.

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Director: Édouard Molinaro

Cast

Daniel Auteuil
Daniel Auteuil
Marc Delmas, lawyer and husband of Jeanne
Jean-Pierre Marielle
Jean-Pierre Marielle
Antoine Garnier, industrialist and companion of Jeanne
Emmanuelle Béart
Emmanuelle Béart
Samantha Page, call girl
Sophie Barjac
Sophie Barjac
Mrs. Jeanne Delmas
Daniel Ceccaldi
Daniel Ceccaldi
Maître Ravignac
Mathieu Carrière
Mathieu Carrière
Carl, Samantha's client
Roger Dumas
Roger Dumas
Georges, boss of “Saint Georges”, friend of Marc
Claude Villers
Claude Villers
Mario, friend of Marc
Jean-Michel Dupuis
Jean-Michel Dupuis
Jacques, friend of Marc
Michel Robin
Michel Robin
Gabriel

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Love on the Quiet (1985) about?

The film centers on a lawyer who, after his wife invites her lover to live with them, hires a call girl to create an unexpected domestic balance. Their unconventional arrangement takes a chaotic turn when an ex-boyfriend resurfaces, forcing the couples to confront the messy realities of love and deception.

Who directed Love on the Quiet?

Édouard Molinaro, the French director known for his sharp comedies and stylish storytelling, helmed *Love on the Quiet*.

Who stars in Love on the Quiet?

The film features a stellar cast including Daniel Auteuil, Emmanuelle Béart, and Jean-Pierre Marielle in leading roles.

Is Love on the Quiet (1985) worth watching?

With a runtime of just over 90 minutes, *Love on the Quiet* offers a breezy, entertaining escape into 1980s Parisian romance-comedy. Its clever script and charming performances make it a hidden gem for fans of lighthearted yet clever cinema, though it may not appeal to those seeking deep drama.

How long is Love on the Quiet?

The film runs for 100 minutes.

About Love on the Quiet (1985) — Comedy-Romance with Daniel Auteuil and Emmanuelle Béart

Édouard Molinaro's *Love on the Quiet (1985)* delivers a witty, sophisticated comedy-romance that explores the absurdity of modern relationships. The film follows a sharp-witted lawyer (Daniel Auteuil) who, upon discovering his wife's plan to move her lover in, hires a charming call girl to restore balance. What starts as a calculated arrangement spirals into an unconventional living arrangement when the estranged couples settle into neighboring apartments—until an unexpected ex-boyfriend disrupts the fragile peace. With razor-sharp dialogue and a lighthearted tone, Molinaro crafts a story about love, deception, and the messy realities of coexistence, all wrapped in the glossy sheen of 1980s Parisian charm.

Auteuil's quick wit and Emmanuelle Béart's effortless charisma anchor this tale of love turned topsy-turvy, while Jean-Pierre Marielle lends gravitas as the lawyer's mentor. The film's breezy pacing and clever plotting make it a delight for fans of romantic comedies with a dash of mischief. Beneath its playful surface, *Love on the Quiet (1985)* asks whether love can ever truly be neat—and the answer, as this film proves, is a resounding *non*.