Agent trouble
Agent trouble

Agent trouble

1987Movie88 minFrench

Amanda Weber is a museum employee. Her nephew, Victorien, who feels that wild animals should not be kept in zoos, while hitchhiking saw a mysterious bus with 50 dead tourists that later was found by autorities at the bottom of a lake. When Victorien gets in very serious problems due to what he saw Amanda seeks to find out what happened and soon also becomes a target.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Eric BarbierGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

When a bumbling detective is assigned to protect a glamorous socialite, he finds himself entangled in a web of espionage and mistaken identities. He must navigate a dangerous underworld filled with quirky criminals and double-crossing agents to uncover the truth. The situation escalates as he tries to balance his professional duties with his growing feelings for the woman he's supposed to be guarding.

Critical Reception

Agent Trouble received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its convoluted plot and uneven tone. While some appreciated its attempt at quirky humor and stylish visuals, many found the film to be an uninspired and forgettable entry in the crime-comedy genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak and confusing narrative.
  • Performances are generally uninspired, failing to elevate the material.
  • Despite its attempts at wit, the comedy often falls flat.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Agent Trouble are scarce, with limited available data to form a definitive summary. Those that exist suggest a general lack of engagement with the film's plot and humor.

Fun Fact

The film features an early supporting role for Dominique Pinon, who would later become a prominent figure in French cinema known for his collaborations with Jean-Pierre Jeunet.

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