A Good Man
By Marie-Castille Mention-Schaar
2020 | 107 min | Drama
Gender, identity and truth: A GOOD MAN explores the ultimate symbol of femininity and the taboo of male pregnancy.
Noémie Merlant
ActorNoémie Merlant is a French actress known for her versatile roles in film and television. She gained international recognition for her performance in the critically acclaimed film 'Portrait of a Lady on Fire' in 2019. Merlant has appeared in various other French films such as 'Heaven Will Wait' and 'Paper Flags'. In A GOOD MAN (2020), she delivered a nuanced and complex performance exploring themes of gender identity and parenting. She also impressed in “Tár” (2022), alongside Cate Blanchett, where she is part of an intense drama about power, music and morality. She has received several nominations and awards for her performances, including a César Award nomination for Most Promising Actress. Merlant continues to impress audiences with her talent and has established herself as a respected actress in the industry.
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