After marrying a successful Parisian writer Colette(Keira Knightley) moves from a life in rural France to the intellectual and artistic splendor of Paris. Soon after, Willy convinces Colette to ghostwrite for him. She pens a novel about a witty and brazen country girl named Claudine, sparking a bestseller and a cultural sensation. After its success, Colette and Willy become the talk of Paris and more Claudine novels follow. Colette's fight over creative ownership and gender roles drives her to overcome societal constraints, revolutionizing literature, fashion and sexual expression.
Free, no registration required. For information, call 604-929-3727, local 8166
Location:
Parkgate
Time:
Friday, February 1, 2019 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Audience:
- Adults
