We, Two Men
We, Two Men

We, Two Men

1962Movie79 minRussian

The village teacher asks the driver Gorlov to take her son, a first-grader, to the city and buy him a school suit. Reluctantly yielding to the woman, the driver will make friends with the boy during the trip. He will change the attitude not only towards this boy, but also towards people in general...

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Gilles GrangierGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In this French comedy-drama, a seasoned criminal, known as 'Le Nantais,' is released from prison after serving a lengthy sentence. He plans to settle down and live a quiet life, but his past catches up with him when his former associates, including a younger, ambitious gangster named 'Mendoza,' resurface. A complex web of loyalty, betrayal, and old-fashioned gangster dealings ensues as 'Le Nantais' tries to navigate his new reality while fending off threats from the underworld.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, appreciated for its performances, particularly from the lead actors, and its classic gangster film atmosphere. While not a critical sensation, it resonated with audiences who enjoyed French crime dramas of the era, finding it a solid, if somewhat predictable, entry.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the compelling performances of Jean Gabin and Alain Delon.
  • Appreciated for its authentic depiction of French underworld dynamics.
  • Some found the plot to be a bit formulaic for the genre.

Google audience: Audience reception data on Google is limited, but general sentiment suggests viewers enjoyed the film for its star power and classic crime narrative, with appreciation for the veteran actors.

Fun Fact

This film marked a significant pairing of two French cinematic titans, Jean Gabin and Alain Delon, who would later collaborate again in "Melody in the Dark" (1963).

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