Arsène Lupin
Arsène Lupin

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Arsène Lupin

2004
Movie
131 min
French

As the daring thief Arsène Lupin ransacks the homes of wealthy Parisians, the police, with a secret weapon in their arsenal, attempt to ferret him out.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes48%
Metacritic51/100
Google Users70%
Director: Jean-Paul SaloméGenres: Adventure, Crime, Mystery

Plot Summary

In Belle Époque Paris, the legendary gentleman thief Arsène Lupin is hired by a glamorous countess to steal a golden crucifix from an American millionaire. However, his plan is thwarted when he realizes the countess has ulterior motives, forcing him into a dangerous game of cat and mouse across Europe to uncover a conspiracy and protect his own identity.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews, with critics praising its lavish production design and Romain Duris's charismatic performance as Lupin. However, many found the plot convoluted and lacking the charm and wit of the original stories, ultimately deeming it a visually appealing but narratively weak adventure.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually impressive with a strong lead performance.

  • Plot is overstuffed and loses focus.

  • Lacks the sophistication and wit of the source material.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a stylish and entertaining, if not entirely faithful, adaptation. Many enjoyed the adventurous plot and the suave portrayal of Arsène Lupin, though some felt it could have been more engaging or better paced.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in various historic sites across France, including the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, which served as a stand-in for Versailles.

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