1788...et demi
1788...et demi

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1788...et demi

2011
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
French

Insights

IMDb5.3/10
Director: Julien PottierGenres: Comedy, History, Parody

Plot Summary

A group of students stumble upon a time machine and decide to travel back to 1788, just before the French Revolution. Their intention is to witness the events firsthand, but their presence inadvertently causes a series of comical mishaps. They must navigate the complexities of the past while trying not to alter history too drastically.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception, with critics often pointing to its uneven humor and predictable plot. While some appreciated the lighthearted take on a historical period, many found it to be a forgettable comedy with limited appeal.

What Reviewers Say

  • Amusing concept with a largely unfulfilled comedic potential.

  • Relies too heavily on slapstick and anachronisms for laughs.

  • A light, though somewhat bland, romp through history.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable or undocumented for this film, making it difficult to gauge specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film's title is a play on the 1967 film '1789... et demi' (1789... and a half), which also deals with the French Revolution.

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