Mesrine: Killer Instinct
Mesrine: Killer Instinct

Mesrine: Killer Instinct

2008Movie113 minFrench

Jacques Mesrine, a loyal son and dedicated soldier, is back home and living with his parents after serving in the Algerian War. Soon he is seduced by the neon glamour of sixties Paris and the easy money it presents. Mentored by Guido, Mesrine turns his back on middle class law-abiding and soon moves swiftly up the criminal ladder.

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IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes83%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users80%
Director: Jean-François RichetGenres: Biography, Crime, Drama, Action

Plot Summary

This film chronicles the early life and criminal exploits of Jacques Mesrine, a notorious French gangster. It details his rise through the criminal underworld, his violent tendencies, and his escape from prison, establishing him as a formidable and feared figure in 1970s France. The narrative focuses on his audacious crimes and his escalating confrontations with law enforcement.

Critical Reception

Mesrine: Killer Instinct was widely acclaimed for its visceral portrayal of a complex criminal figure and its intense action sequences. Vincent Cassel's performance as Jacques Mesrine received particular praise, with critics noting his charismatic yet brutal depiction. The film was lauded for its gritty realism and its unflinching look at a notorious personality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Vincent Cassel delivers a tour-de-force performance as the charismatic yet terrifying Jacques Mesrine.
  • The film is praised for its stylish direction and intense, adrenaline-fueled action sequences.
  • Critics lauded its authentic and gritty depiction of 1970s French underworld.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's raw energy and Vincent Cassel's commanding presence. Many found it to be a gripping and violent portrayal of a legendary criminal, though some noted the film's relentless intensity could be overwhelming.

Awards & Accolades

César Award for Best Actor (Vincent Cassel), César Award for Best Director (Jean-François Richet), César Award for Best Cinematography, César Award for Best Costume Design, César Award for Best Film.

Fun Fact

Vincent Cassel gained 40 pounds to physically embody the older, more imposing Jacques Mesrine in the two-part film series.

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Bazzjazz

Bazzjazz

This film is a two part film . Vincent Cassell is stellar as this gangster above the law. Based on true Events. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Lots of violence.