A Great Friend

Vincent, a once rising entrepreneur now living in a relentless sprint of meetings and deals, finds his routine halted when his car breaks down on a mountain road. Pierre, a man who has chosen solitude and a life close to forests and rivers, comes to help and offers shelter. What begins as a simple act of kindness quickly reveals two men with opposite worlds clashing and then warming to each other. As they swap stories and jokes, the air lightens and their assumptions about success, happiness, and freedom are challenged. The film keeps a breezy mood while asking whether the lives we chase truly fit who we are inside, without breaking its breeziness. This gentle comedy invites reflection without sermonizing.

A Great Friend, released in 2023, is directed by Éric Besnard. This French comedy stars Grégory Gadebois as Pierre, Lambert Wilson as Vincent, and Marie Gillain as Camille, blending warm humor with character driven moments and Besnard's signature warmth today.

Box office data are not provided in the available materials, so a reliable worldwide gross cannot be cited at this time, and no official statement has listed forthcoming release dates or territories yet in the press.

As of now there are no major awards or nominations documented for this title. It seems to be a modest release that aims for broad audience appeal rather than prestige, inviting viewers to savor everyday moments and the evolving friendship for now. These expectations keep the film grounded and accessible.

Audience reception appears mixed, with the IMDb average around 6.6 out of 10 from 133 votes. The film braids light comedy with a quiet meditation on friendship, lifestyle choices, and the tension between chasing success and seeking simple fulfillment in a noisy world. Their performances lend warmth and resonance too.