Me, Myself and Mum

Among our film previews this month is charming French comedy from Guillaume Galliene, due for UK cinema box office release on the 5th of December. 

Me, Myself and Mum
It’s hardly unfair to point out that the French have a knack for producing comedies that only they find funny. The debut directorial effort by Guillaume Gallienne may turn out the exception that proves the rule. This light-as-croissant comedy about a mummy-worshipping straight guy who’s been socialised into believing he’s gay (geddit?) was a huge hit in its homeland last year, hoovering up awards and box office receipts like nobody’s business. The satire is gentle and the gags are broad, but Comédie-Française alumnus Gallienne has the charisma and comic nous to lift the film up from its quirky premise. The strong autobiographical slant – the story is framed by scenes in which Gallienne, apparently out of character, embellishes on events to an invisible theatre audience – adds intrigue. Will it repeat its success on these shores? On verra.

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What Me, Myself and Mum
Where Various Locations | MAP
Nearest tube Leicester Square (underground)
When 05 Dec 14 – 05 Feb 15, 12:00 AM
Price £various
Website Click here for more information




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