Good performances but little drama in ‘Chéri’

A romantic drama set in 1920s Paris where a former courtesan, the now wealthy Lea (Pfeiffer), is asked by Bates to educate her callow 19-year-old son Fred (Friend) in the ways of love, women and the world.

Director: Stephen Frears

Cast: Michelle Pfeiffer, Rupert Friend, Felicity Bates, Kathy Bates