Film Review: “The Aviator’s Wife” (FRA 1981) and “A Good Marriage” (FRA 1982) by Eric Rohmer

Content:  In this podcast, we talk about two early works of French Nouvelle Vague director Eric Rohmer “The Aviator’s Wife” (1981) and “A Good Marriage” (1982).  We analyze the plots and focus of both films, describing “The Aviator's Wife” as a reflexive examination of relationships and observations shot in the style of the Nouvelle Vague.  “A Good Marriage” about a woman determined to find a husband, is highlighted as a turning point in Rohmer's work, as it tells the story for the first time from the perspective of a woman. We emphasize the different qualities of the films and Rohmer's characteristic ironic style.  We will gradually review the other films of Eric Rohmer as well. To avoid missing these reviews, you can subscribe to our channel and activate the notification bell. This way, you’ll stay updated on the next Rohmer film critiques and all other new releases on this channel.  Plot:  The Aviator’s Wife (1981)  A young man is obsessed with understanding his girlfriend's true feelings. When he sees her with another man, he tries to weigh his options. A chance encounter with a clever 15-year-old schoolgirl in a park helps him figure out what to do. However, in the end, the truth hits him like a blow: it's impossible to think of everything.  A Good Marriage (1982)  Sabine vows to stop seeing married lovers. She’s determined to find a good husband. Her best friend Clarisse introduces her to her cousin Edmond, a busy lawyer from Paris. Sabine, encouraged by Clarisse, is very interested, but Edmond seems to have other plans.