TIFF 09: Partir

Director Catherine Corsini has crafted the story of a bored upper middle class housewife and her fall from grace. Kristin Scott Thomas shines as the romantically frustrated wife in love with a worker (Sergi Lopez) hired to work on their house, of course, much to the chagrin of the husband (Yvan Attal).

Comparisons to D.H. Lawrence's tale of passionate betrayal, "Lady Chatterley" have been made, although the outcome of both are very diverse. Reviews in Europe have been mixed, but Kristin Scott Thomas' performance has been getting top marks. An interesting film to be considered in your festival choices.

A subtitled trailer can be found at distributor Pyramide Films' website for the film.