Chéri

In this poignant and witty adaptation of Colette's novel, Michelle Pfeiffer shines as Léa, a courtesan who finds herself unexpectedly falling for her 19-year-old protégé, Chéri (Rupert Friend). After being forced to end their whirlwind affair, Chéri retreats into a fantasy world, but eventually returns to Léa's life, only to realize that he is truly in love with her. The film is a nuanced exploration of age, class, and the complexities of human relationships, featuring Pfeiffer's nuanced performance as a woman who has learned to navigate the intricacies of love through her experiences with clients and those around her.