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Dieu vomit les tièdes
Three men and a woman from a city in the south of France made a pact as teenagers to never forget that they were children of the poor.
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Plot Summary
A young woman inherits a bar and discovers it's a front for a criminal operation. She gets entangled with the local gangsters, leading to a series of increasingly absurd and dangerous situations. The film blends dark humor with elements of a crime thriller as she tries to navigate her new reality.
Critical Reception
Jean-Pierre Mocky's films often elicit polarized reactions, and 'Dieu vomit les tièdes' is no exception. While some critics appreciated its provocative title and satirical edge, many found its plot disjointed and its humor to be hit-or-miss. Audience reception tended to be divided, with fans of Mocky's unconventional style often enjoying its dark comedy, while others found it too bizarre or lacking in coherence.
What Reviewers Say
Mocky's trademark dark humor and satirical commentary are present, though not always effectively.
The film's plot can feel chaotic and unpredictable, which some viewers appreciate as part of its unconventional nature.
Catherine Wilkening delivers a memorable performance as the protagonist navigating a bizarre criminal underworld.
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Fun Fact
The provocative title, 'God Vomits the Lukewarm', is a quote from a 17th-century sermon by Bishop Bossuet, often interpreted as a condemnation of indifference.
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