The Novelist

A wry, low-key character study that ambles through midlife disappointment with gentle humour and a touch of melancholy.

Directed by

Laurent Boulanger

Genres

Comedy

Starring

Paul Dawber, Helen Miller, Albert Goikhman

Overview

Lewis was a decently selling writer once. But now that he is older, his books no longer sell, and his girlfriend is tired of being with someone who is always broke. When his publisher screws him over, Lewis is forced to take on a creative teaching job at the local community college to make ends meet. He meets a talented young woman who begins to take over his mind and his life. At the crossroad of possibilities, Lewis must decide to continue with writing or give it up forever.

How it feels

Melancholic, satirical, warm and cynical. Measured and easy to follow.

About

Ambition, identity, work, obsession

Content

Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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