Overview

Peter von Kant, a successful, famous director, lives with his assistant Karl, whom he likes to mistreat and humiliate. Through the great actress Sidonie, he meets and falls in love with Amir, a handsome young man of modest means. He offers to share his apartment and help Amir break into the world of cinema. Several months later, Amir becomes a star. But as soon as he acquires fame, he breaks up with Peter, leaving him alone to face himself.

Cast

Denis Ménochet

Peter von Kant

Isabelle Adjani

Sidonie

Khalil Ben Gharbia

Amir

Hanna Schygulla

Rosemarie

Stefan Crepon

Karl

Aminthe Audiard

Gabrielle