Le Bon Plaisir (1984)

Claire's handbag is stolen. It contained a letter written ten years previously by the man who is now the French President. In the letter, he urges his pregnant mistress to have an abortion. Claire immediately alerts the President's men. From that moment, the machinery of state swings into action.

Released Jan. 18, 1984 108 min None+

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

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