CoinCoin and the Extra-Humans
CoinCoin and the Extra-Humans

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CoinCoin and the Extra-Humans

2018
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
French

In this sequel to “Li’l Quinquin,” a strange magma is found near CoinCoin’s home town, causing the inhabitants to behave strangely. Goofy detective Captain Van Der Weyden and his loyal assistant Carpentier set about investigating these alien attacks, discovering that an extra-terrestrial invasion has begun.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Jérôme VandewalleGenres: Comedy, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a small French town, the arrival of mysterious aliens coincides with a local football championship. Suddenly, the ordinary lives of the inhabitants are turned upside down as they must deal with both extraterrestrial visitors and the pressures of a major sporting event. The film blends quirky humor with science fiction elements as the townspeople try to navigate this extraordinary situation.

Critical Reception

CoinCoin and the Extra-Humans received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its humor to be hit-or-miss and the plot lacking originality. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its lighthearted, absurd approach to a sci-fi comedy, while others found it underwhelming and forgettable.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's humor is often too silly or nonsensical for some.

  • Lacks a compelling narrative and feels underdeveloped.

  • The premise is intriguing but fails to deliver a satisfying execution.

Google audience: Audience reviews for CoinCoin and the Extra-Humans are scarce and generally indicate a lack of strong positive or negative sentiment. Those who engaged with the film often found it to be a forgettable comedy with a weak plot, while a small contingent may have enjoyed its eccentric nature.

Fun Fact

The film was primarily shot in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France, aiming to capture a specific, somewhat isolated small-town atmosphere for its narrative.

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