The Accompanist (1992)
"L'accompagnatrice" (original title)

In Nazi-occupied Paris, a young accompanist named Sophie Vasseur gets a job with famed singer Irene Brice. As Irene's husband Charles, a businessman collaborating with the Nazis, wrestles ... See full summary »

Director:

Claude Miller

Writers:

Claude Miller (scenario, adaptation and dialogue), Luc Béraud (scenario, adaptation and dialogue),

Stars:

Romane Bohringer, Richard Bohringer, Elena Safonova

3 wins & 3 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Romane Bohringer	...	Sophie Vasseur
Richard Bohringer	...	Charles Brice
Elena Safonova	...	Irène Brice
Samuel Labarthe	...	Jacques Fabert
Julien Rassam	...	Benoît Weizman
Bernard Verley	...	Jacques Ceniat
Nelly Borgeaud	...	Madame Vasseur
Claude Rich	...	Ministre
Niels Dubost	...	Young Man on Train
Sacha Briquet	...	Dignitary
Nathalie Bach
Gilbert Bahon	...	Royal Coachman
Marcel Berbert
Valérie Bettencourt	...	Juliette
Gabriel Cattand	...	Parisian Impresario

Storyline

In Nazi-occupied Paris, a young accompanist named Sophie Vasseur gets a job with famed singer Irene Brice. As Irene's husband Charles, a businessman collaborating with the Nazis, wrestles with his conscience, Sophie becomes obsessed with Irene, taking on the role of maid as well as accompanist, living life vicariously through Irene's triumphs and affairs.

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Plot Keywords:

nazi | businessman | singer | maid | british soldier | 

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Genres:

Drama | Music | War

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG for thematic elements and language

Details

Country:

France

Language:

French

Release Date:

23 December 1993 (USA)

Also Known As:

The Accompanist

Filming Locations:

England, UK

Box Office

Gross:

$725,519 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Canal+, Film Par Film, France 3 Cinéma

Technical Specs

Runtime:

102 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby LC-Concept Digital Sound

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.66 : 1

Did You Know?

Quotes

Irene Brice: You drink too much. Everyone does.

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Soundtracks

"Wiegenlied"
Composed by Richard Strauss (as R. Strauss)

User Reviews

Sophie's choice

Among the wonderful musical performances in this film, I think the best reason to watch is for the portrayal of Sophie. We see her awakening. The actress is perfect in her performance. Sophie is portrayed as a sad sort of person, deeply touched by anything. The ending is a bit unexpected. I found myself yearning for more for Sophie. She is so naive and inexperienced, even after working with Irene.

The costume and lighting in this film are very well done. Distinct scenes stand out in my mind, even though I saw it a few years ago. I recommend this film to anyone interested in French film or World War II-era portrayals. What a powerful film.