Auntie Danielle (1990)
Tatie Danielle is a black comedy about a widow who is intent on ruining the lives of her great-nephew and his wife. Tsilla Chelton plays the title character, who mourns the death of her husband by tormenting everyone she meets. Eventually, she moves in with her nephew and his vain wife. Soon, her family is at war with Tatie, and takes off for Greece, leaving her in the care of Sandrine (Isabelle Nanty), an au pair who is as equally bitter as Tatie herself. At first the two don't get along, yet the two eventually become friends. However, Sandrine is invited to accompany an American student for an overnight stay at the beach, which would leave Tatie alone for a night. Angered, Tatie fires Sandrine, and while she is alone, she goes into deep depression, eventually setting the family's apartment on fire. The fire becomes a national story, with Tatie cast as a poor old lady and the family labeled as cruel and heartless villains.
Cast
- Tsilla Chelton - Tatie Danielle
- Isabelle Nanty - Sandrine Vonnier
- Catherine Jacob - Catherine Billard
- Eric Prat - Jean-Pierre Billard
- Laurence Février - Jeanne Billard
- Neige Dolsky - Odile
- Mathieu Foulon - Jean-Marie Billard
- Gary Ledoux - Jean-Christophe Billard
- Virginie Pradal - Madame Lafosse
- André Wilms - Dr. Wilms
Screenplay
- Florence Quentin (Author)
Keywords
paris, france, generations conflict, aunt nephew relationship, governess, female villain, elderly, tyrannical, burgundy
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Auntie Danielle about?
- Tatie Danielle is a black comedy about a widow who is intent on ruining the lives of her great-nephew and his wife. Tsilla Chelton plays the title character, who mourns the death of her husband by tormenting everyone she meets. Eventually, she moves in with her nephew and his vain wife. Soon, her family is at war with Tatie, and takes off for Greece, leaving her in the care of Sandrine (Isabelle Nanty), an au pair who is as equally bitter as Tatie herself. At first the two don't get along, yet the two eventually become friends. However, Sandrine is invited to accompany an American student for an overnight stay at the beach, which would leave Tatie alone for a night. Angered, Tatie fires Sandrine, and while she is alone, she goes into deep depression, eventually setting the family's apartment on fire. The fire becomes a national story, with Tatie cast as a poor old lady and the family labeled as cruel and heartless villains.
- Who directed Auntie Danielle?
- Auntie Danielle was directed by Étienne Chatiliez.
- Who stars in Auntie Danielle?
- Auntie Danielle stars Tsilla Chelton, Isabelle Nanty, Catherine Jacob, Eric Prat, Laurence Février, Neige Dolsky.
- How long is Auntie Danielle?
- Auntie Danielle has a runtime of 1h 51m (111 minutes).
- What genre is Auntie Danielle?
- Auntie Danielle is a Comedy, Drama film.
- Where was Auntie Danielle produced?
- Auntie Danielle was produced in France.