Summary
In the burgeoning social milieu of Belle Époque Paris, where charm and wit are currencies as valuable as any franc, we encounter Suzanne Grandais as the eponymous 'Professeur de Flirt.' This cinematic gem unfolds the intricate dance of societal courtship through the eyes of a woman who has mastered its unspoken rules, not merely as an art, but as a pragmatic science. Suzanne, a figure of captivating allure and sharp intellect, establishes a discreet, yet highly sought-after, academy for the romantically challenged. Her clientele, a fascinating cross-section of Parisian society, ranges from the hopelessly awkward ingenue to the jaded aristocrat yearning to rekindle a lost spark. The narrative crescendo begins when the reserved, yet undeniably dashing, Monsieur Édouard Mathé seeks her tutelage. He harbors an unrequited affection for a woman of formidable social standing, and his natural reticence proves a formidable obstacle. Suzanne, with her inimitable blend of psychological insight and theatrical flair, embarks on transforming Mathé from a wallflower into a captivating conversationalist. However, as the lessons progress, the boundaries between professional instruction and genuine human connection blur. Suzanne's carefully constructed detachment, a shield against the very emotions she orchestrates in others, begins to falter under Mathé's earnest vulnerability and burgeoning charm. The film deftly explores the paradox of teaching passion without succumbing to it, culminating in a poignant realization that the most effective flirtation is often the one born of authenticity, a truth Suzanne herself must ultimately confront.
