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The Proprietor (1996)
Director: Ismail Merchant
Cast: Jeanne Moreau, Sean Young, Sam Waterston, Christopher Cazenove
Runtime113 min
RatingR
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An expatriated French novelist returns to Paris when she learns that her childhood home is being placed on the auction block.
Critical Reception & Ratings
The Proprietor, a 1996 drama directed by Ismail Merchant, received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film's thoughtful exploration of expatriate identity, others found it slow-paced and lacking in narrative drive. The film does not appear to have received any major awards recognition, and its audience reception on platforms like IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes is relatively low.
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Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Ismail Merchant, The Proprietor (1996) offers a nuanced, emotional exploration of an expatriated French novelist's return to Paris. The film's thoughtful drama and standout performances from Jeanne Moreau and Sam Waterston make it a compelling watch for fans of character-driven stories with thematic depth.
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The Proprietor is a 1996 film. It is a U.S.-French co-production Merchant Ivory film, directed by Ismail Merchant for Jeanne Moreau's request.
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