Espèces menacées
Espèces menacées

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Espèces menacées

2001
Movie
101 min
French

An accountant, presumed honest, inadvertently finds 7 million francs in his bag and decides to change his life.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Richard BerryGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A group of friends, facing midlife crises and disillusionment, decides to take drastic measures to change their lives. They invent a shared delusion about a rare bird species to escape their mundane realities and find a new purpose. However, their elaborate plan soon leads to unforeseen and chaotic consequences.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its humor and the performances of its lead actors, though some found the plot to be somewhat predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its humorous take on midlife ennui and relatable characters.

  • Acknowledged for strong performances, particularly from Richard Berry and Thierry Lhermitte.

  • Some critics noted a lack of originality in the narrative structure.

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Fun Fact

The film marked a reunion for director Richard Berry and actor Thierry Lhermitte, who had previously collaborated on several successful projects.

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