Mistress Dispeller

In order to save her marriage, a Chinese woman hires a professional to infiltrate and end her husband's affair. This intimate yet respectful documentary sheds light on a new kind of profession. In China, this new industry has emerged to help couples stay married despite infidelity. Wang Zhenxi is a"mistress dispeller," offering listening, kindness and advice to people entangled in their feelings. What usually happens behind closed doors is candidly exposed: tensions, reproaches, explanations, hesitations...

After repeated meetings with the husband, wife and mistress, the path back proves to be a tricky and arduous one. Will Wang be able to put the pieces back together and satisfy everyone?

The Party Film Sales / France / Théo Lionel / theo.lionel@thepartysales.com