Times Have Been Better(2006)
Who knew coming out could do you in?
After moving in with his beau, 30ish banker Jérémy decides to let the cat out of the bag, telling his unsuspecting parents, Guy and Rosine, that he's gay. Though they've always envisioned themselves as enlightened, the news staggers Guy and Rosine -- who are determined to get to the root of Jérémy's homosexuality.
Movie: Times Have Been Better
Top 9 Billed Cast
Rosine
Guy
Jérémy
Robin
Yvan
Pascal
Serge
Marc
Nicole
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After moving in with his beau, 30ish banker Jérémy decides to let the cat out of the bag, telling his unsuspecting parents, Guy and Rosine, that he's gay. Though they've always envisioned themselves as enlightened, the news staggers Guy and Rosine -- who are determined to get to the root of Jérémy's homosexuality.
Release Date
2006-10-24
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6
Rating:
3.0 startsTagline
Who knew coming out could do you in?
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