The story is simplistic, the themes are never delved into terribly deeply, the characters are all fairly stock sitcom figures, and the filmmaking style is bland and sunny. But the humour and situations work due to the above-average cast ... especially Auteuil, who is so good at playing a man trying to act like everything is normal, and Depardieu, as the guy trying to act like he has changed. And it's quite funny as everyone's boring day-to-day life is injected with the rumour of something terribly interesting, giving everyone's life a jolt. There are some subtle examinations about perception and acceptance, but this is not a message film. And to be honest, it feels like a movie made about 20 years behind the times. But it's enjoyable enough to keep us smiling and laughing.

adult themes and situations

23.Jan.02