Les Bidochon
Les Bidochon

Les Bidochon

1996Movie81 minFrench

Raymond and Robert Bidochon lead a dismal life in a suburban HLM. The change, so hoped for by Raymonde, could come from a reality show, Grand Bonheur, in which they participate.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Serge KorberGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

The film follows the everyday life and misadventures of Robert and Raymonde Bidochon, a provincial French couple. Their attempts at modernizing their lives and achieving happiness often lead to comical and embarrassing situations, highlighting their naivete and peculiar relationship dynamics.

Critical Reception

Les Bidochon received a generally lukewarm reception from critics and audiences, with many finding its humor to be dated and repetitive. While some appreciated the performances of its veteran cast, the film was often criticized for its weak script and lack of originality. It did not achieve significant commercial success or critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • Humor is often described as simplistic and reliant on slapstick.
  • Performances by established actors like Jacques Villeret are noted, but often overshadowed by the weak material.
  • The film is seen as a somewhat uninspired adaptation of popular comic strips.

Google audience: Audience reception data for Les Bidochon on Google is not readily available, but general sentiment suggests it was not a widely discussed or highly rated film.

Fun Fact

The film is an adaptation of the long-running French comic strip series of the same name, created by Jean-Marc Reiser.

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