Coupe de Ville
Coupe de Ville

Coupe de Ville

1990Movie99 minEnglish

Meet the Libner brothers: Marvin, the oldest, is a sergeant in the U.S. Air Force. Buddy, the middle child, is a timid dreamer. Bobby, the youngest, is a handsome rebel in reform school. As kids, they fought a lot and as adults, they barely speak. In the summer of 1963, their tough and eccentric father, Fred, gives them a task: to bring a 1954 Cadillac, bought for their mother, Betty, from Detroit to Miami. As the trip goes on, the three brothers fight and begin to reconnect with each other, while trying to keep the Caddy in mint condition.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users75%
Director: Joe RothGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In 1963, three brothers are tasked by their father to drive a brand-new Cadillac Coupe de Ville from Florida to their grandmother's home in Detroit. Along the way, the brothers, each with their own distinct personalities and conflicts, embark on a journey that tests their relationships and forces them to confront their past. The road trip becomes a symbolic passage as they navigate personal issues and familial dynamics.

Critical Reception

Coupe de Ville received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its comedic elements and the chemistry between the lead actors, though some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the pacing uneven. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating its lighthearted tone and focus on family dynamics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its humorous interactions between the brothers.
  • Appreciated for its nostalgic portrayal of the early 1960s.
  • Some critics found the story to be underdeveloped and lacking significant depth.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's humor and the relatable sibling rivalry, though some felt the narrative could have been stronger.

Fun Fact

The film features a product placement deal with Cadillac, which provided several vehicles for the production, including the titular Coupe de Ville.

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John Chard

John Chard

The three jabonies. A trio of feuding brothers who haven't seen each other for five years reluctantly embark on a road trip orchestrated by their dad. Their mission is to simply fetch a vintage Coupe de Ville from Detroit and deliver it ...
John Chard

John Chard

The Three Jabonies A trio of feuding brothers who haven't seen each other for five years reluctantly embark on a road trip orchestrated by their dad. Their mission is to simply fetch a vintage Coupe de Ville from Detroit and deliver it t...