L'Entente cordiale
L'Entente cordiale

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L'Entente cordiale

2006
Movie
100 min
French

The upper-class secret agent teaming up accidentally with an easily-corrupted, sly interpreter...

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Vincent De BrusGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A young, handsome Frenchman named Laurent is eager to impress the father of his girlfriend, Nicole. However, Nicole's father is a staunch Anglophile who despises all things French. To win him over, Laurent fabricates a complicated backstory, pretending to be an English aristocrat with a distinct British accent. He must maintain this elaborate deception throughout his visit, navigating cultural differences and the constant threat of exposure.

Critical Reception

This lighthearted French comedy was generally met with mild amusement by audiences, praised for its premise and the comedic performances, particularly from Frank Dubosc. Critical reviews were mixed, with some finding the humor predictable and the plot somewhat thin, while others appreciated its escapist nature and cultural satire.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted and comedic premise.

  • Frank Dubosc's performance was highlighted as a strong point.

  • Some found the humor to be somewhat predictable and repetitive.

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Fun Fact

The film's title, 'L'Entente cordiale,' is a historical term referring to the friendly understanding and alliance between Britain and France, playing directly into the film's central theme of cultural misrepresentation.

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