L'ennui (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1998, L'ennui is a drama and romance film directed by Cédric Kahn, running about 122 minutes. “An Obsession Out of Control” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A philosophy teacher restless with the need to do something with his life meets a young woman suspected of driving an artist to his death. He finds the very simple Cecilia irritating but develops a sexual rapport with her. Obsessed with the need to own and tormented by her inability to respond to him, he becomes increasingly violent in a quest he can't name - a quest that slowly begins to undermine his certainties.
Who’s in it. L'ennui stars Charles Berling as Martin, Sophie Guillemin as Cécilia, Arielle Dombasle as Sophie and Robert Kramer as Meyers, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, L'ennui 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 L'ennui page.
If you liked it. Fans of L'ennui tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch L'ennui (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for L'ennui change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is L'ennui worth watching?
- L'ennui holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in L'ennui?
- L'ennui stars Charles Berling, Sophie Guillemin, Arielle Dombasle, Robert Kramer and Alice Grey.
- When was L'ennui released?
- L'ennui was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.