FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL
The Richest Woman in the World
When the world’s wealthiest woman forms an unexpected bond with a charismatic younger man, fascination quickly turns to suspicion. As fortunes shift and loyalties are tested, those closest to her begin to question just how far influence — and manipulation — can reach.
Director
Thierry Klifa
CAST
Isabelle Huppert • Marina Foïs • Laurent Lafitte • Raphaël Personnaz • André Marcon
RATING
VA
RUNTIME
2h 02m
COUNTRY
France, Belgium
GENRE
Comedy / Drama
LANGUAGE
French (Eng Subs)
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The Richest Woman in the World
THERICHE-0607-1630
Sun 7 Jun 4:30pm ncp
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THERICHE-0618-1700
Thu 18 Jun 5:00pm ncp
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FILM NOTES
A sharp, stylish tale of wealth, influence and irresistible temptation.
Inspired by the extraordinary real-life scandal surrounding Liliane Bettencourt, Thierry Klifa’s The Richest Woman in the World transforms fact into something slyly theatrical. At its centre is a woman accustomed to control, suddenly drawn into a relationship that disrupts not only her routines, but the delicate balance of power surrounding her. The film unfolds with a knowing sense of spectacle, moving through grand interiors and private intrigues with equal confidence.
There’s a delicious tension in watching alliances shift and suspicions quietly gather. Rather than leaning into heavy drama, the film embraces a darker, more playful tone, allowing its characters to reveal themselves through gesture, glance and carefully chosen words. Anchored by a magnetic performance from Isabelle Huppert, it becomes a study of influence — who holds it, who wants it, and how easily it can slip from one hand to another.