The story of this marriage is told in turns by the main characters, Lotto and Mathilde. Lotto is a man-child, self-obsessed and reliant on Mathilde for someone who understands and grounds him. He truly loves her but is even somewhat selfish in his love.
Mathilde is the adult in the relationship, taking care of the mundane matters of life so that Lotto can pursue a fruitless career as an actor and then as a successful playwright. She loves and supports him in a way that appears to be completely selfless.
Lotto’s story is told first and just as you believe you understand each character, then it is Mathilde’s turn;  secrets and motives are revealed and everything you thought you knew is turned upside down.

Reviewed by Kris