Bitter Victory (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 2009, Bitter Victory is a thriller and drama film directed by François Favrat, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Xavier Alvarez est un petit architecte d'Aix-en-Provence en recherche perpétuelle de reconnaissance sociale. Il s'est fait tout seul et prospère, mais ne parvient pas à décrocher de gros marchés publics pour assouvir ses rêves de grandeur. Il décide donc de se lancer corps, âme et biens dans la campagne de Vincent Cluzel, le candidat outsider à la mairie, persuadé qu'il renverra l'ascenseur en cas de victoire. À force d'énergie et de ruse, il parvient à discréditer le favori et à faire élire son protégé. Mais leur amitié sincère, nouée dans la conquête du pouvoir, se heurte alors aux limites des intérêts et de l'ambition.
Who’s in it. Bitter Victory stars Clovis Cornillac as Xavier Alvarez, Christian Clavier as Vincent Cluzel, Sami Bouajila as Yacine Guesmila and Vimala Pons as Anaïs Cluzel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Bitter Victory has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bitter Victory page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bitter Victory tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bitter Victory (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bitter Victory change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bitter Victory worth watching?
- Bitter Victory holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bitter Victory?
- Bitter Victory stars Clovis Cornillac, Christian Clavier, Sami Bouajila, Vimala Pons and Valérie Benguigui.
- When was Bitter Victory released?
- Bitter Victory was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.