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Underwater Berets
After training at the dolphin reconnaissance school, the dolphin Tristan was sent on an important mission to a secret military base of the USSR to obtain information about the Russians' new strategic weapon - a submarine that transforms into an airplane. After receiving a message that an unidentified object was discovered in Soviet territorial waters, moving towards a secret base, the Soviet command ordered to urgently send an experienced special agent, the dolphin Isolde, to intercept it.
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Plot Summary
A French army unit, the "Underwater Berets," is sent on a mission to recover a lost Soviet submarine carrying a nuclear warhead. Their comedic misadventures and the chaos of international espionage ensue as they attempt to complete their task.
Critical Reception
The film was a modest commercial success in France, appreciated for its lighthearted approach to a potentially serious subject and its comedic performances. Critics generally found it entertaining, though not particularly groundbreaking in its genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its humor and the chemistry of its cast.
Seen as a fun, albeit predictable, action-comedy.
Appreciated for its satirical take on military operations.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's comedic elements and the enjoyable performances, particularly from Gérard Jugnot. Some viewers found the plot a bit weak, but overall it's considered a light and amusing watch.
Fun Fact
The film was released during a period when action-comedies with a military theme were popular, drawing comparisons to similar international productions of the era.
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