Francois Ozon Discusses the American Screwball Inspiration Behind His ‘Post #MeToo Comedy’ ‘The Crime Is Mine’ (EXCLUSIVE)

After “Peter van Kant,” French director François Ozon goes many shades lighter to revisit gender and power dynamics in “The Crime Is Mine,” a lush ensemble comedy set in 1930s Paris. Loosely inspired by the 1934 play by Georges Berr and Louis Verneuil, the film tells the story of Madeleine, a pretty, young and penniless actress, who is accused of murdering a famous producer. Helped by her best friend Pauline, a jobless lawyer, she is acquitted on the grounds of self-defense and becomes a star, as well as a feminist icon. “The Crime Is Mine,” produced by Mandarin Cinema, brings… Read Full Article