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'Cheri'

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From the "Dangerous Liaisons" team of Michelle Pfeiffer, director Stephen Frears and writer Christopher Hampton comes "Cheri," promoted by its posters as a light, romantic romp. It is slyly funny, with dialogue that snaps like trump cards hitting a table. The game being played, however, is deadly serious.

Set in the waning days of France's Belle ÃÂ poque, "Cheri" follows an aging courtesan,...

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