La Queue du Diable
La Queue du Diable

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La Queue du Diable

2008
Movie
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French

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users75%
Director: Jean-Pierre JeunetGenres: Comedy, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A young woman, Elodie, discovers she has a peculiar gift: she can predict the future through the scent of people's hair. This ability leads her into a series of comical and often bizarre encounters as she navigates love, destiny, and the whims of fate. As she tries to use her talent for good, she often finds herself in hilariously complicated situations.

Critical Reception

La Queue du Diable was met with a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its whimsical premise and visual style, characteristic of Jeunet's work. While some found its plot a bit convoluted, many appreciated its lighthearted charm and Audrey Tautou's engaging performance. Audience reactions were generally favorable, enjoying the film's quirky humor and imaginative concept.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique premise and whimsical storytelling.

  • Audrey Tautou's charming performance is a significant highlight.

  • Some found the plot a little underdeveloped, but overall enjoyable.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's originality and humor, with many highlighting Audrey Tautou's performance as a major draw. Some viewers found the storyline a bit predictable, but the overall sentiment was positive, with many recommending it for its lighthearted entertainment.

Fun Fact

Director Jean-Pierre Jeunet initially conceived the film as a short, but expanded it into a feature length movie after finding ample creative inspiration for the unique hair-scent based prophecy concept.

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