The Thing That Hurts
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A group of patients converges in Paris following the demise of their renowned American psychoanalyst, unveiling profound bonds as they reminisce about the late therapist's deep influence on their lives.
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- Directors
- Arnaud Desplechin
- Production companies
- 3SIX9 Studios, Alaz Film, CG Cinéma, Wrong Men
- Countries
- France, Portugal, Turkey, Belgium
- Status
- Post Production
Top Cast
Felicity Jones
Noémie Merlant
J.K. Simmons
Alfre Woodard
Jason Schwartzman
Golshifteh Farahani
John Turturro
Dominique Blanc
Francesca FaiellaLydiaTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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