Pfeiffer is largely glorious to watch; And Hedges, brings a sweet, anchoring vulnerability to the role; But the movie, never quite finds its equilibrium between champagne-problems fizz and the darker threads of melancholy running through it
Michelle Pfeiffer can't save disastrous sinking souffle; A misjudged performance from the star is one of many bum notes in an irritating and indulgent story of rich people becoming less rich
it's never been nicer to watch a movie about people making the best of things, but "French Exit" is too aloof to meaningfully engage with how these characters better themselves on their way out the door
in this brilliantly absurd high-society satire from director Azazel Jacobs.. Michelle Pfeiffer ensures that audiences won't soon forget Frances. She comes on strong, makes an impression, and aptly slips away without saying goodbye
an uneven but charming adaptation of Patrick deWitt's 2018 novel; Despite the movie's occasionally grating artificiality, the director (Azazel Jacobs) succeeds in filling it with his trademark brushstrokes of authentic sweetness and generosity
by Benjamin Lee [The Guardian ]
