Bonnard, Pierre and Marthe

Based on a true story, this historical romance follows the complex relationship between French painter Pierre Bonnard and Marthe de Méligny. After meeting, Marthe becomes the primary subject of Bonnard's art, appearing in a significant portion of his paintings and drawings. The film explores their unconventional bond, marked by passion and secrets, as Marthe initially presents herself as an aristocrat to impress the artist. As they navigate their lives together, the story examines how their partnership influenced Bonnard's creative evolution and the mysteries that surrounded their private life.

The film was written and directed by Martin Provost, following his previous works The Midwife and How to Be a Good Wife. It stars Vincent Macaigne and Cécile de France in the lead roles, with a supporting cast that includes Anouk Grinberg, Stacy Martin, Grégoire Leprince-Ringuet, and André Marcon. Produced in Belgium and France by uMedia, France 3 Cinéma, and Les Films du Kiosque, the movie earned 2 million USD at the worldwide box office. Audience reception is moderate, with a rating of 6.5/10 from 894 votes on IMDb and 6.3/10 from 65 votes on TMDB.