Le régent

A man deeply in debt and desperate to get his hands on money his wife is about to inherit from her aunt decides to hatch a plan. He plans to impersonate the mayor of a small town to get his hands on the inheritance money, but things don't go as planned.

While the film aimed for comedic and satirical elements, it received a lukewarm reception from critics and audiences alike. The humor was often described as hit-or-miss, and the plot was seen as predictable by many.

• The film's comedic attempts fall flat for many viewers.

• The plot is considered derivative and lacks originality.

• Some appreciated the performances, but they weren't enough to save the film.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally indicate a mixed to negative experience, with many finding the humor forced and the storyline uninspired. A portion of viewers did find some light entertainment value, but it was not widely praised.

The film marks Jérôme Commandeur's directorial debut, where he also stars in the leading role.