The Idiot
The Idiot

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The Idiot

2002
Movie
164 min
Russian

A stage adaptation of the 1869 novel ‘The Idiot’ by Fyodor Dostoevsky, directed by Alexander Marin.

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IMDb5.9/10
Google Users65%
Director: Luc BessonGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a futuristic, crime-ridden Paris, a group of elite assassins known as 'Babas' are tasked with eliminating targets in a highly organized underground world. When a skilled assassin goes rogue, it triggers a deadly cat-and-mouse game across the city's rooftops and streets.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with some praising its innovative action sequences and visuals, while others criticized its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. Audience reception was similarly divided, appreciating the parkour elements but finding the story lacking.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its groundbreaking parkour choreography and energetic action.

  • Criticized for a weak and confusing narrative.

  • Visual style and unique setting were noted, but often overshadowed by plot deficiencies.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the impressive stunts and the exciting chase sequences as the film's strong points. However, many viewers found the story to be poorly constructed and the character development insufficient, leading to a less engaging overall experience.

Fun Fact

The film heavily features the art of parkour, with many of its stunt performers being actual practitioners of the discipline, including David Belle, one of its co-founders.

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