Arrête de ramer, t'attaques la falaise !

A bumbling detective, Inspector Dubois, is tasked with investigating a series of bizarre incidents involving a mysterious inflatable doll that seems to be causing chaos wherever it appears. As Dubois gets closer to the truth, he finds himself entangled in a series of absurd situations and mistaken identities, all while trying to unravel the doll's peculiar connection to a wealthy businessman.

This French comedy from 1979 was generally met with a lukewarm reception from critics, who found its humor to be rather slapstick and predictable. Audiences, however, found some amusement in its lighthearted absurdity and the comedic performances of its lead actors.

• The film's humor relies heavily on physical comedy and gags.
• Some found the plot convoluted, while others appreciated its lighthearted nature.
• Performances, particularly from Claude Brasseur, were noted as a comedic highlight.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older French film, but available commentary suggests that viewers enjoyed its simple, comedic premise and the entertaining performances, even if the plot was not particularly groundbreaking.

The film's title, 'Arrête de ramer, t'attaques la falaise !', translates to 'Stop rowing, you're hitting the cliff!', a phrase used to express someone's determined but misguided pursuit of a doomed goal.