Review of My Favorite Season

I am at an age (75) where the concerns of this film are achingly relevant. I stumbled on it on TV during a sleepless night and could not stop watching. Other reviewers have written about the stunning performance of Daniel Auteuil and Catherine Deneuve, one of their best for both of them. But I'd like to stress the magnificent acting of Marthe Villalonga (who received a Cesar for her performance). She is dignified, poignant and true. A pity she was for a long time handed slightly debasing comical roles! She would have deserved better in her career, and Téchiné has handed her that gift ! I was also moved by the song at the beginning and the end of the movie : "Malaika" is the most beautiful love song ever written. ___ .