Le manuel de la jeune mariée 1957

1957… that’s roughly the year our mothers and grandmothers got married and were given, for the occasion, etiquette guides meant to transform them into exemplary wives and homemakers. This piece recounts that era through these baffling (yet strictly historical) pieces of advice, life stories, and songs. It’s a tribute to those who came before us and did so much for us.

A comedy that is both funny and moving, humorously shedding light on the weight of past conventions and celebrating women’s emancipation. A blend of satirical comedy and a touching tribute.