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Les enfants, j'adore !
Estelle, 30, thinks she is going to remain single for the rest of her life. A free-lance journalist, she also thinks she will never cover any news bigger than fillers. One day, Estelle sees her chance when she gets to interview soccer superstar Stefano Paudretto... only to ruin it all by slapping him for getting too fresh! But that same day reserves another surprise: love at first sight! His name is Renaud. He is a sports radio journalist. Estelle starts dreaming again. But the wonderful love affair is in trouble when the Prince Charming's children declare war on their potential stepmother. Estelle is ready to fight back. After all, she's reached the ripe old age of 30 - it's now or never!
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Plot Summary
Jean-Pierre, a wealthy and somewhat arrogant businessman, discovers he is about to become a grandfather. This revelation comes as a shock, as he has always been career-focused and is not particularly fond of children. He attempts to avoid this new family role, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and awkward situations as he navigates his impending grandfatherhood.
Critical Reception
The film received a generally lukewarm reception from critics, with many finding it to be a predictable and lighthearted comedy that offered little in the way of originality. Audience reception was also mixed, with some enjoying the humor and performances, while others found it to be a forgettable cinematic experience.
What Reviewers Say
The film relies on familiar comedic tropes and predictable plot developments.
Performances are generally considered adequate but not outstanding.
Some viewers found the humor to be too simplistic or repetitive.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Les enfants, j'adore !' are scarce, but general sentiment suggests it's a light, inoffensive comedy that might appeal to fans of French farces, though it's not widely discussed or highly rated.
Fun Fact
Didier Bourdon, who also directed and stars in the film, is known for his work with the comedy group 'Les Inconnus'.
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