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The Ax (2005)

"Some people would die to get (him) this job."

6.920051h 58mFR
ComedyCrimeDramaThriller

Directed by Costa-Gavras

Rating

6.9/10

Runtime

1h 58m

Language

FR

Release

March 2, 2005

Director

Costa-Gavras

Overview

Bruno loved his job as a middle manager at a paper company, but optimistically views being laid off as an opportunity. After two years of searching for a comparable position, optimism turns to desperation. His wife works two jobs, and their marriage slowly deteriorates as their hold on the middle cl...

Cast

José Garcia

José Garcia

Bruno Davert

Karin Viard

Karin Viard

Marlène Davert

Geordy Monfils

Geordy Monfils

Maxime Davert

Christa Théret

Christa Théret

Betty Davert

Ulrich Tukur

Ulrich Tukur

Hutchinson

Olivier Gourmet

Olivier Gourmet

Machefer

Yvon Back

Yvon Back

Etienne Barnet

Thierry Hancisse

Thierry Hancisse

Inspector Kesler

Olga Grumberg

Olga Grumberg

Iris Thompson

Yolande Moreau

Yolande Moreau

Post Office Clerk

Dieudonné Kabongo

Dieudonné Kabongo

Quinlan Longus

Jean-Pierre Gos

Jean-Pierre Gos

Garage Owner

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Ax (2005), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Bruno loved his job as a middle manager at a paper company, but optimistically views being laid off as an opportunity. After two years of searching for a comparable position, optimism turns to desperation. His wife works two jobs, and their marriage slowly deteriorates as their hold on the middle class slips away. Bruno concocts a grimly audacious plan to identify and kill his fellow job applicants so that he is the only qualified person left.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Ax. 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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