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The Counterfeiters (2010)

4.720102h 1mFR
WarTV Movie

Directed by Benoît Jacquot

Rating

4.7/10

Runtime

2h 1m

Language

FR

Release

January 1, 2010

Director

Benoît Jacquot

Overview

The plot revolves around Bernard – a schoolfriend of Olivier's who is preparing for his bac – discovering he is a bastard and taking this as a welcome pretext for running away from home. He spends a night in Olivier's bed (where Olivier describes a recent visit to a prostitute and how he did not fin...

Cast

Melvil Poupaud

Melvil Poupaud

Edouard

Patrick Mille

Patrick Mille

Robert de Passavant

Jules-Angelo Bigarnet

Jules-Angelo Bigarnet

Bernard

Maxime Berger

Maxime Berger

Olivier

Laurence Cordier

Laurence Cordier

Laura Azaïs

Sandrine Dumas

Sandrine Dumas

Dolores Chaplin

Dolores Chaplin

Anne Bennent

Anne Bennent

Jean-Marc Stehlé

Jean-Marc Stehlé

Vladimir Consigny

Vladimir Consigny

Arnaud Azoulay

Arnaud Azoulay

Jules Ritmanic

Jules Ritmanic

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Counterfeiters (2010), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The plot revolves around Bernard – a schoolfriend of Olivier's who is preparing for his bac – discovering he is a bastard and taking this as a welcome pretext for running away from home. He spends a night in Olivier's bed (where Olivier describes a recent visit to a prostitute and how he did not find the experience very enjoyable). After Bernard steals the suitcase belonging to Edouard, Olivier's uncle, and the ensuing complications, he is made Edouard's secretary. Olivier is jealous and ends up in the hands of the cynical and downright diabolical Comte de Passavant, who travels with him to the Mediterranean.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Counterfeiters. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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