Bruno Podalides’ eleventh feature film La Petite vadrouille is out in our cinemas this week. This gentle and poetic comedy, which takes us on a funny cruise surrounded by top-notch actors, was well received by the French press. And its average of 3.75 out of 5 allows it to be the highest rated movie of the week.
What is it about?
Justine, her husband and a whole group of friends find a way to solve their money problems: they organize a fake romantic cruise for Frank, a big investor who is trying to seduce a woman.
What does the press think?
According to Ouest France:
“This spoof comedy is a festival of misunderstandings and sweet madness, orchestrated with subtlety and a sense of rhythm that never falters throughout its 96 minutes.” (Thierry Chez) 5/5
By part of the gang:
“Inventive and upbeat, this summertime comedy deftly combines lightness of surface with vivid reflection on growing inequality, appropriation or intergenerational baton-handling.” (Anne Claire Ciutat) 4/5
According to Cahiers du Cinéma:
“On the deserted banks of the canal, except for a few cows in a row, we again meet the beloved actors of Podalides (the same ones return to each lock, dressed differently), as if this small world managed to populate meter after meter. desert.” (Matilda Grasset) 4/5
According to L’Obs:
“Taken through the scope, bathed in a lovely warm light, this fun ride is a blessing.” (Isabelle Dannel) 4/5
Is The Little Mop a good movie? Viewers have their say on the comedy with Sandrine Kiberlain and Daniel O’Taylor
According to La Voix du Nord:
“Although the con technique moves more or less clumsily, the boat sails peacefully, the rhythm of the locks and the gentle vaudeville intrigue that really add nothing.” (Christophe Caron) 4/5
According to Le Figaro:
“As the ship’s captain, Bruno Podalides leads his beautiful band on a poetic escapade. A sweet film in the form of an anthem of joy.” (Eric Neuhoff) 4/5
According to Le Parisien:
“We sometimes want to step on the accelerator of this barge that sails calmly from lock to lock, but we enjoy this poetic and very funny ride.” (Katherine Ball) 4/5
According to Critikat.com:
“If the film still reveals some humor that goes beyond simple charm, its title betrays yet another reduction of adventure cinema.” (Marin Gerard) 3/5
Source: Allocine
Rose James is a Gossipify movie and series reviewer known for her in-depth analysis and unique perspective on the latest releases. With a background in film studies, she provides engaging and informative reviews, and keeps readers up to date with industry trends and emerging talents.
