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The Villain (2009)

6.420091h 26mFR
Comedy

Directed by Albert Dupontel

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

1h 26m

Language

FR

Release

November 25, 2009

Director

Albert Dupontel

Overview

With gun-toting rivals on his tail, a daring bank robber takes refuge in the quiet residential street here he grew up and where his mother, Maniette, still lives. An unscrupulous property developer, Korazy, is buying up the neighborhood to turn it into a gleaming new banking district, but to her son...

Cast

Albert Dupontel

Albert Dupontel

Sidney Thomas

Catherine Frot

Catherine Frot

Maniette Thomas

Bouli Lanners

Bouli Lanners

Nick Korazy

Nicolas Marié

Nicolas Marié

Doctor Jean William

Bernard Farcy

Bernard Farcy

Inspector Elliot

Christine Murillo

Christine Murillo

Melle Somoza

Philippe Duquesne

Philippe Duquesne

Redhead Painter

Xavier Robic

Xavier Robic

Korazy's Secretary

Husky Kihal

Husky Kihal

Painter's Colleague

Jacqueline Hervé

Jacqueline Hervé

Huguette

Jenny Bellay

Jenny Bellay

Simone

René Morard

René Morard

Raymond

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Villain (2009), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

With gun-toting rivals on his tail, a daring bank robber takes refuge in the quiet residential street here he grew up and where his mother, Maniette, still lives. An unscrupulous property developer, Korazy, is buying up the neighborhood to turn it into a gleaming new banking district, but to her son's disgust Maniette leads the inhabitants resistance. Her ingenious methods provoke her boy's admiration, but he fights back with sneaky traps and underhand tricks when Maniette tries to force him to do the right thing just once in his life.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

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