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Jean (Gad Elmaleh), a shy young bartender, is mistaken for a millionaire by a beautiful, scheming opportunist named Irene (Audrey Tautou). When Irene discovers his true identity, she abandons him, only to find that a love-struck Jean has no intention of letting her get away. Jean's comical attempts to gain her affections gradually evolve into setting himself up as a gigolo at a luxury hotel, until Irene finally starts to warm to her persistent, persuasive suitor.
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37 of 39 people found the following review helpful
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What a wonderful film! Audrey Tatou (of Amelie fame) is an excellent actress and shines in this film. She looks stunning throughout.
Audrey Tatou is Irene, a lady or questionable morals, who is a gold digger, meeting men and spending their money on a lavish lifestye - jewelery, clothes, hotel suites etc. One night she meets Jean, played by Gad Elmaleh, who is a waiter she mistakes for a wealthy man. Not wanting to reveal his true identity he pretends he is rich. When Irene finds out she is not pleased but by this time Jean is smitten and willingly spends his life savings trying to give her what she wants. Irene willingly takes it all and then dumps him when the money runs out. Stranded in a hotel with no way to pay the bill, Jean finds himself an older woman and soon finds himself in Irene's business!. As Irene teaches Jean the tricks of the trade she starts to realise that some things in life are worth more than money!
This is a touching and very funny comedy. the actors are flawless and the locations are beautiful. If you like French language films or romantic comedies this film is a must, you wont be dissapointed!
Audrey Tatou is Irene, a lady or questionable morals, who is a gold digger, meeting men and spending their money on a lavish lifestye - jewelery, clothes, hotel suites etc. One night she meets Jean, played by Gad Elmaleh, who is a waiter she mistakes for a wealthy man. Not wanting to reveal his true identity he pretends he is rich. When Irene finds out she is not pleased but by this time Jean is smitten and willingly spends his life savings trying to give her what she wants. Irene willingly takes it all and then dumps him when the money runs out. Stranded in a hotel with no way to pay the bill, Jean finds himself an older woman and soon finds himself in Irene's business!. As Irene teaches Jean the tricks of the trade she starts to realise that some things in life are worth more than money!
This is a touching and very funny comedy. the actors are flawless and the locations are beautiful. If you like French language films or romantic comedies this film is a must, you wont be dissapointed!
42 of 47 people found the following review helpful
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I have just seen this film at the cinema and can't rate it highly enough. Even my partner who doesn't exactly share my love of French movies and came along under duress enjoyed it (helped I suspect by the stunning Audrey Tautou!).
You can't help but warm to the characters despite their dubious 'profession' and the film is sharp, genuinely funny and warm without any Hollywood syrupyness or sexing up. A special mention has to go to Gad Elmaleh who was perfect as the endearing and enduring (and gorgeous) Jean.
A genuine romantic comedy without the dreadful girly/meg ryan-esque/hollywood connotations if that makes sense!
You dont have to be into French cinema to love this, but if you like Amelie, Audrey Tautou or just good movies then I'd recommend this.
You can't help but warm to the characters despite their dubious 'profession' and the film is sharp, genuinely funny and warm without any Hollywood syrupyness or sexing up. A special mention has to go to Gad Elmaleh who was perfect as the endearing and enduring (and gorgeous) Jean.
A genuine romantic comedy without the dreadful girly/meg ryan-esque/hollywood connotations if that makes sense!
You dont have to be into French cinema to love this, but if you like Amelie, Audrey Tautou or just good movies then I'd recommend this.
33 of 38 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I love Audrey Tautou. I love French humour. Amelie, Le Dinér de Cons, Taxi 1 & 2 etc.
Both my wife and I eagerly anticipated this DVD as the trailer looked funny and quirky.
However, it really was quite a disappointment. Audrey plays her character well and convincingly. It was a pleasant enough script but no laugh-out-loud moments at all. Some bits made one smile but otherwise not particularly funny, which is a shame because it seemed like it had so much more potential.
However, if you are unwell and really need a movie that doesn't require brain-power but will make you smile then this is it.
Both my wife and I eagerly anticipated this DVD as the trailer looked funny and quirky.
However, it really was quite a disappointment. Audrey plays her character well and convincingly. It was a pleasant enough script but no laugh-out-loud moments at all. Some bits made one smile but otherwise not particularly funny, which is a shame because it seemed like it had so much more potential.
However, if you are unwell and really need a movie that doesn't require brain-power but will make you smile then this is it.
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Pleasing French entertainment that make subtiles feel easy
Sometimes when I rent or buy foreign films (French ones I particularly like) there is an audible groan from my family. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Neil Russell-Bates
Hilarious!
How funny is this film!! If you're looking for some light-hearted comedy then this one is for you. A good film for couples or for a girlie night in rather than a family film... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Prockers
Surprisingly funny...
Really funny movie with one of france's best comedians (Gad Elmaleh) and a great performance by Audrey Tautou. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Fadi Abou Shakra
Comp. viewer.
There's not much to say about this. It's not bad, about average I would say. Only bought it to see M'selle Tautou in evening dress! Bookworm.
Published 8 months ago by Richard J. W. Law
A Feel Great Movie
We were feeling really low afternoon and we watched this and it really cheered us up.
Fun story, well paced, great acting. Clever editing. Read more
Fun story, well paced, great acting. Clever editing. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Fiona
A Priceless performance from Audrey Tautou
I watched this film for the first time on BBC4 ealrier this year and thoroughly enjoyed it!! I'd heard this film described as the French "Breakfast at Tiffany's" and I can see the... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Honey_bun
OK but no "Amelie"
It's always a joy to watch Audrey Tatou who is charming, beautiful and talented on screen. Of course, having subtitles imbedded in the picture and not as an option is a bit... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Pieter Hounslow
A brilliant gem in the world of Rom Com's. A great example.
I really can't believe the underhype of this film! It really deserves a lot more praise. When it comes down to french film, you either like it or you hate it! Read more
Published 12 months ago by JJ
excellent
great amazing movie funny but better for the more fashion concious. Those of us who have the hermes and le coutures will thoroughly enjoy it.
Published 16 months ago by tink
Very disappointed
A fantastic film ruined by not being able to switch off the English subtitles. Go to Amazon.fr and buy a proper copy.
Published 16 months ago by Nigel S. Rankin
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