Sainte Marie-Josée part en croisade
Sainte Marie-Josée part en croisade

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Sainte Marie-Josée part en croisade

2020
Movie
23 min
French

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Director: Jonathan D. TremblayGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

Marie-Josée, a devoted and somewhat zealous woman, decides to embark on a personal crusade to save her family's struggling corner store from a powerful supermarket chain. Her mission takes an unexpected turn as she rallies her eccentric community to fight back, leading to a series of comical and chaotic events. Along the way, she rediscovers the meaning of community and resilience.

Critical Reception

The film was met with a generally positive reception, praised for its lighthearted humor and its portrayal of small-town resilience against corporate giants. While not a major critical darling, it resonated well with audiences for its charm and relatable characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its gentle humor and feel-good narrative.

  • Praised for its charming depiction of community spirit.

  • Seen as a light and entertaining, albeit simple, comedic film.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that viewers enjoyed the film's humorous approach to a David-and-Goliath story and found the characters endearing. Some noted it was a pleasant, straightforward comedy that provided a good laugh.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in a small town in Quebec, aiming to capture an authentic rural Canadian atmosphere.

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