Amélie au pays des Bodin's
Amélie au pays des Bodin's

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Amélie au pays des Bodin's

2010
Movie
80 min
French

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IMDb5.7/10
Google Users75%
Director: Eric LavaineGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

This is a spin-off of the popular French comedy series 'Les Bodin's'. The film follows the eccentric Maria Bodin, a feisty and opinionated farmer, as she navigates life and her relationships, particularly with her son Christian. It's filled with rural humor and the distinct charm of the Bodin family.

Critical Reception

The film was generally met with a mixed to positive reception, largely appealing to fans of the 'Les Bodin's' franchise. Critics often pointed to the humor and the established characters as highlights, though some found the plot to be thin and predictable. It performed well commercially in France.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its rustic humor and the endearing, if eccentric, characters.

  • Appreciated by long-time fans of the 'Les Bodin's' series for its continuation of the established comedic style.

  • Some critics noted a lack of narrative depth, relying heavily on the established comedic dynamic.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film, finding it funny and a good representation of rural French life and humor. Many appreciated the consistent performance of the main actors and the light-hearted entertainment it provided.

Fun Fact

The film is part of a larger comedic universe created by Jean-Christian Fraiscinet and is based on his stage show and previous TV appearances as the character Maria Bodin.

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