Trop tard Balthazar
Trop tard Balthazar

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Trop tard Balthazar

1986
Movie
82 min
English

Pivoine, a 13-year-old girl, tired of her parents' arguments, reluctantly goes on vacation with them. She takes advantage of an accident on the highway to run away from them and take her legs. She meets a young legionnaire, Rouquin, also on the run. Together and in complicity, they will flee, trying to escape the highway police, and will love each other without saying it...

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Philippe Le GuayGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling French businessman, Balthazar, finds his life turned upside down when he inherits a seemingly worthless antique shop from a distant relative. He soon discovers that the shop holds a secret: it's a front for a clandestine operation. As he navigates this dangerous new world, Balthazar must decide whether to embrace his unexpected destiny or try to escape it.

Critical Reception

Trop tard Balthazar received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its quirky humor and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Roland Giraud and Jacques Villeret. Others found the plot to be somewhat convoluted and the pacing uneven. Audiences generally responded positively to the film's lighthearted tone and comedic moments.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charmingly absurd premise and witty dialogue.

  • Roland Giraud's performance as the bewildered inheritor is a highlight.

  • Some critics found the plot's progression to be less engaging than its setup.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's nostalgic feel and the comedic chemistry between the main cast. Many enjoyed the unexpected twists and turns, finding it to be a solid, entertaining French comedy.

Fun Fact

The antique shop featured prominently in the film was a real, albeit fictionalized, location used for the production.

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