Question 1

What real-life relationship inspired 'Abuse of Weakness'?

Accepted Answer

The film is based on director Catherine Breillat's relationship with infamous conman Christophe Rocancourt, whom she met in 2007, three years after her cerebral hemorrhage.

Question 2

Which film festivals featured 'Abuse of Weakness' in 2013?

Accepted Answer

The film was featured at the New York Film Festival, Stockholm International Film Festival, BFI London Film Festival, and Toronto International Film Festival in 2013.

Question 3

Who plays the lead character Maud in the film?

Accepted Answer

Isabelle Huppert plays the character Maud.

Question 4

What award did the film receive in 2013?

Accepted Answer

It received the Indiewire Critics' Poll award in 2013.

Question 5

What is the central conflict of 'Abuse of Weakness'?

Accepted Answer

A stroke-afflicted filmmaker is manipulated by a notorious con man.

Abuse of Weakness

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