L'Addition
For having wanted to defend a young girl accused of theft, a comedian finds himself in prison. Embarked in spite of himself in an escape attempt, he is condemned by a particularly incompetent court which follows without thinking the pleadings of an overzealous public prosecutor! Once incarcerated, the poor comedian has to deal with the harassment of one of the guards, a kind of dangerous sociopath frustrated with life.
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Plot Summary
A unassuming accountant, Adrien, is mistaken for a notorious hitman and gets entangled in a dangerous criminal underworld. He is forced to play the part to survive, leading to a series of increasingly absurd and perilous situations. Adrien must navigate double-crosses and close calls while trying to prove his innocence and escape the life he's been thrust into.
Critical Reception
L'Addition was a commercial success in France, though critical reception was mixed. It is remembered more as a popular 1980s French comedy with a straightforward plot and enjoyable performances rather than a critically acclaimed masterpiece. The film's appeal lies in its star cast and lighthearted, if sometimes predictable, crime-comedy elements.
What Reviewers Say
- Enjoys a cult following for its 80s French charm.
- Presents a fun, albeit simple, mistaken identity premise.
- Richard Berry's performance is a highlight.
Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this film, but its enduring popularity suggests a positive audience reception within France during its release era.
Fun Fact
The film's premise of an ordinary person being mistaken for a dangerous individual was a popular trope in 1980s cinema.
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