Pignon’s childhood sweetheart who initially rejected his proposal. Themes and Style
The film was a major box office success in France and was well-received internationally. Its universal appeal led to several remakes: The Valet (2006)
: To prevent a costly divorce from his wife Christine (Kristin Scott Thomas)—who owns a majority share of his empire—Pierre claims that the beautiful Elena is actually the girlfriend of a passerby caught in the same photograph: François Pignon. typically representing a kind-hearted
: François Pignon is a recurring character name in Francis Veber’s films (appearing in The Dinner Game and The Closet ), typically representing a kind-hearted, naive "little man" who ends up outsmarting those more powerful than him. Legacy and Remakes The Valet (2006)