Lève tes morts
Lève tes morts

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Lève tes morts

2021
Movie
16 min
French

In 1752 in Reunion Island, Soa, a former Malagasy slave, believes she has found a tunnel that will lead her back to Madagascar. When her village of maroons falls under the threat of slave hunters, Soa faces an inescapable choice: stay with her loved ones or flee to finally return home.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Julien GuettaGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

The film follows a group of three amateur actors who, after a failed audition, decide to fake their own deaths to gain notoriety. Their plan takes an unexpected turn when a real detective starts investigating their supposed demise, leading to a series of comical and chaotic events.

Critical Reception

Lève tes morts received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its humor and the performances of its cast, while some found the plot a bit predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Humorous premise with entertaining performances.

  • A lighthearted crime-comedy that doesn't take itself too seriously.

  • Some viewers found the plot underdeveloped despite its comedic elements.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available through aggregated Google user reviews for this title.

Fun Fact

The film's title, "Lève tes morts," translates to "Raise Your Dead," a playful nod to the plot's central theme of faking one's own demise.

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