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Les Parasites
Oulage has it all planned: New Year's eve, at the stroke of midnight, he'll finally kiss Brigitte, the girl he's madly in love with. That'll be the moment, because Brigitte is having a costume party. Oulage has it all planned—except for the fact that Brigitte has also invited a gang of truly parasitical friends: an old girl friend who never leaves Brigitte's side, a manic-depressive police officer, a paranoid psychopath, a cannabis-addict suffering withdrawal pains, a stunning Cuban woman on the prowl for immigration papers, and many others who do everything to ruin Oulage's life.
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Plot Summary
A notorious hitman, Claude, plans to retire and enjoys a quiet life. However, his past actions catch up to him when he becomes the target of a group of young criminals who believe he is carrying a large sum of money. Claude must rely on his old associates to survive this onslaught. The film blends action with dark humor as Claude navigates the dangerous situation.
Critical Reception
Les Parasites received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its energetic action sequences and the performance of Jean Reno, while others found the plot to be derivative and lacking originality. Audiences generally found it to be an entertaining crime-comedy.
What Reviewers Say
Jean Reno delivers a solid performance as the aging hitman.
The film offers some exciting action sequences and comedic moments.
The plot relies heavily on familiar crime tropes, offering little novelty.
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Fun Fact
The film's title, 'Les Parasites,' translates to 'The Freeloaders' or 'The Parasites' in English, referencing the young criminals who target the retired hitman.
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