The Chalet

French thriller series with chilling mountain secrets

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About The Chalet

Released:

Platform: Netflix

Rating: TV-MA

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Cast
Chloé Lambert, Philippe Dusseau, Emilie de Preissac, Marc Ruchmann, Blanche Veisberg, Eric Savin, Nicolas Gob, Catherine Vinatier, Thierry Godard

About The Chalet

The Chalet is a thrilling crime TV drama that takes place in a remote mountain village in France. It revolves around a group of friends who gather at a luxurious chalet for a reunion, only to find themselves trapped and hunted by a mysterious killer.

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About

The Chalet begins with a group of childhood friends who decide to spend a winter vacation at a beautiful chalet in the French Alps. Everything seems perfect until a snowstorm hits, leaving them trapped and cut off from the rest of the world. Soon, terrifying secrets from their pasts start coming to light, and it becomes clear that the group is being targeted by a mysterious killer.

The show combines elements of horror, psychological thriller, and murder mystery to create a tense atmosphere. As the friends struggle to survive and uncover the truth about their dark pasts, they must confront their own inner demons and navigate through a web of lies, betrayal, and shocking revelations.

Making / Production

The Chalet is a French TV series created by Alexis Lecaye. It was produced by Gaumont Télévision and France 2 and first aired in 2018. The series beautifully captures the eerie and claustrophobic atmosphere of the isolated mountain village through stunning cinematography and exceptional set design.

Actors

  • Chloé Lambert as Adèle - A strong-willed woman who tries to protect her friends.
  • Philippe Dusseau as André - Adèle's husband, who becomes increasingly suspicious.
  • Blanche Veisberg as Florence - The youngest member of the group, who harbors dark secrets.
  • Emilie de Preissac as Lise - A psychologist haunted by her past.
  • Thierry Godard as Hugo - A detective who arrives in the village to investigate the murders.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

  • The Chalet was primarily filmed in the real village of Le Grand-Bornand in the French Alps.
  • The series draws inspiration from classic horror movies and Agatha Christie novels.
  • Each episode of The Chalet leaves the viewers guessing who the killer might be, with numerous twists and red herrings throughout the season.

Awards

The Chalet has been nominated for several awards in the crime TV drama genre.

Quotes

  • "In this place, there is no escaping the past." - Adèle
  • "The mountains have secrets, and they're starting to reveal them." - Lise

Music, Soundtrack

The soundtrack of The Chalet features a haunting and atmospheric score composed by Matthieu Gonet. It adds suspense and intensity to the already gripping storyline, enhancing the overall viewing experience.