

Making Plans for Lena
2009, French. Directed by Christophe Honoré.
Ever since she broke up with Nigel, Lena soldiers on through life as best she can with her two kids. She valiantly overcomes the obstacles put in her way. But she has yet to confront the worst of them: Her unstoppable family has decided, by any means necessary, to make her happy.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
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Making Plans for Lena is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India.
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Details
- Released
- 2 September 2009
- Original title
- Non Ma Fille, Tu N'iras Pas Danser
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Geneviève Brisac, Christophe Honoré
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Making Plans for Lena: quick answers
Is Making Plans for Lena worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.5/10 from 53 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Making Plans for Lena?
Making Plans for Lena runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does Making Plans for Lena have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is Making Plans for Lena on?
Making Plans for Lena is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Making Plans for Lena?
If you liked Making Plans for Lena, try On a Magical Night, Somewhere in Queens, Landline.
Who directed Making Plans for Lena?
Making Plans for Lena (2009) was directed by Christophe Honoré and stars Chiara Mastroianni, Marina Foïs, Marie-Christine Barrault.