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On ne prête qu'aux riches
Marion lives alone with her 15-year-old son, Sébastien. Enrolled in an expensive private school, he does not give complete satisfaction to his mother, who bleeds to pay for his studies. A medical secretary, she is fired without warning by her boss. When her neighbor and friend, Claudie, also in financial difficulty, receives a visit from a bailiff, they decide to change their lives.
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Plot Summary
A charming but inept con artist, Julian, sets his sights on the wealthy elite of Paris. His plan involves infiltrating their circles and orchestrating elaborate scams. However, his schemes often go awry, leading to humorous and unpredictable situations as he navigates the high-stakes world of the rich and their often-clueless security.
Critical Reception
'On ne prête qu'aux riches' received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its lighthearted approach to crime and its comedic performances, particularly from the lead actors. Some found the plot somewhat predictable, but generally, it was seen as an enjoyable and entertaining French comedy.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its witty dialogue and amusing premise.
Felt the plot lacked originality for a con artist film.
Appreciated the chemistry between the lead actors.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'On ne prête qu'aux riches' is not widely available through specific Google user review summaries.
Fun Fact
The film's title, 'On ne prête qu'aux riches,' translates to 'We only lend to the rich,' a common saying that reflects the movie's theme of the wealthy being targets of scams, yet paradoxically, often having the means to recover from them more easily.
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