Bonnard, Pierre et Marthe, Martin Provost's 2024 biopic released in cinemas, is airing on France 3 on Monday, May 18, 2026 at 9:10 p.m.. Headlined by Cécile de France, Vincent Macaigne, and Stacy Martin, this historical biopic revisits the relationship between painter Pierre Bonnard and Marthe de Méligny, a central figure in his work.
Bonnard, Pierre et Marthe
Film | 2023
In theaters: January 10, 2024
Airing on France 3: Monday, May 18, 2026 at 9:10 PM
Biopic, historical drama, romance | Runtime: 2h03
Directed by Martin Provost | Starring Cécile de France, Vincent Macaigne, Stacy Martin
Nationality: France
The film traces the life of Pierre Bonnard through his intimate bond with Marthe, his partner, a recurring model and the driving presence behind his painting. Far from simply portraying a muse, the narrative delves into Marthe’s role in the painter’s private world, in his imagination, and in shaping his body of work.
Martin Provost, already hailed for Séraphine, returns here to a subject tied to painting and artistic creation. The project was born after his meeting with Pierrette Vernon, Marthe Bonnard’s grand-niece, who wanted to spotlight the role of this woman who long remained in the painter’s shadow. The screenplay takes liberties with certain episodes, while preserving a chronology inspired by the couple’s journey.
The cast features Vincent Macaigne in the role of Pierre Bonnard, Cécile de France as Marthe, and Stacy Martin as Renée Monchaty. The film also features Anouk Grinberg and André Marcon among its cast. Premiering in Cannes Première at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, Bonnard, Pierre et Marthe subsequently hit theaters on January 10, 2024.
Filming took place notably in the Var, at the Domaine d’Orvès in La Valette-du-Var, as well as in Toulon and the surrounding area. Partnering with cinematographer Guillaume Schiffman, Martin Provost sought to dodge a stiff, tableau-like reconstruction in order to heighten the feel of color and texture linked to Bonnard’s painterly universe.
Trailer for Bonnard, Pierre et Marthe
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