Overview
Four very different Montreal university teachers gather at a rambling country house to prepare a dinner. Remy (married), Claude (a homosexual), Pierre (involved with a girlfriend) and Alain (a bachelor) discuss sex, the female body and their affairs with them. Meanwhile, their four female guests, Louise (Remy's wife of 15 years), Dominique (a spinster), Diane (a divorcée) and Danielle (Pierre's girlfriend) are spending the time at a downtown health gym. They also discuss sex, the female body and, naturally, men. Later in the evening, they finally meet at the country house and have dinner. A ninth guest, named Mario, who used to know Diane, drops in on the group for some talk and has a surprise of his own.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed The Decline of the American Empire?
The Decline of the American Empire was directed by Denys Arcand.
What was the budget and revenue for The Decline of the American Empire?
The official budget was $1,800,000 and the movie went on to gross $30,000,000 worldwide.
Where was The Decline of the American Empire produced?
It was produced by companies including Corporation Image M & M, Societe Radio Cinema, ONF | NFB, Malofilm, La Societe Generale du Cinema du Quebec, Téléfilm Canada, Société Radio-Canada in Canada.
The Decline of the American Empire Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of The Decline of the American Empire wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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